Glad to meet President of 🇩🇪 @bundesrat Andreas Bovenschulte. We discussed preparations for the #NATOsummit
Germany is leading by example & the Bundesländer are playing an important role, from increasing 🇩🇪’s resilience, to providing a home to its leading defence industry
Great to be at the Ukraine Recovery Conference. Ukraine has been fighting for its values as a free & independent democracy. Defending their security & that of the Euro-Atlantic: the 2 are intrinsically linked. NATO’s support to 🇺🇦 is unwavering, now & in the long-term
#URC2026
A pleasure to meet with Ireland’s Minister of State for European Affairs and Defence, @ThomasByrneTD, today in Tirana.
We had a thoughtful exchange on the EU integration of the Western Balkans and Albania’s unwavering commitment to its European path. As Ireland prepares to hold the Presidency of the Council of the EU in the second half of 2026, we truly appreciate its steadfast and forward-looking support for enlargement.
We also looked at ways to deepen bilateral ties , from launching direct flights to encouraging Irish investments. 🇦🇱🤝🇮🇪
Albania remains firmly committed to @NATO, consistently contributing both politically and operationally to the Alliance’s collective security.
We will allocate 5% of GDP annually to core defence and security-related spending by 2035 — meeting national responsibilities and strengthening collective resilience.
Hosting the NATO Summit in Tirana for the first time in 2027 will be a great honour — a clear reflection of Albania’s unwavering engagement and growing strategic role in the Alliance.
#WeAreNATO #NATOSummit2025
At the NATO–Ukraine Council meeting in The Hague, I reaffirmed Albania’s unwavering support for Ukraine, commended US leadership on Middle East crises, and highlighted the vital role of a strong European pillar for Alliance unity and resilience.
#NATOSummit#TheHague2025
#WeareNATO
Welcome to Tirana, dear Kaja.
A pleasure to exchange views and reaffirm the excellent cooperation between Albania and the EU in foreign, security, and defence policy.
Albania remains firmly committed to opening all clusters by 2025 and concluding accession negotiations by 2027. Our European path is clear and unwavering.
Celebrating 16 years of Albania’s membership in @NATO. A journey of strength, security, and solidarity. Proud to stand with our allies for a safer future.
#StrongerTogether@NATO
Congratulations to @MFATurkiye 🇹🇷, @GreeceMFA 🇬🇷, @JanBraathu 🇳🇴, and @christophekamp 🇳🇱 on their appointments as new heads of OSCE Executive Structures at the Ministerial Council in Malta.
These are challenging times for the @OSCE and multilateralism as a whole. Symbolism and business as usual are insufficient; vision, commitment, and innovative ideas are needed more than ever to achieve concrete results and a renewed sense of purpose for our common organization. Best of luck with your mandate.
Congratulations to @DeputyPMIanBorg and @OSCE24MT 🇲🇹 team for successfully concluding their Chairpersonship!
At the @NATO Foreign Ministers’ meeting, we reaffirmed our unwavering support for Ukraine and our united stance against growing security challenges, including hybrid threats.
I emphasized the critical need to strengthen NATO’s cohesion, particularly in safeguarding the security and stability of the Western Balkans, to effectively counter cross-border threats and reinforce our deterrence and defence capabilities.
Thanks to @SecGenNATO Mark Rutte for chairing today’s productive meeting. Looking forward to strengthening Euro-Atlantic security and tackling emerging threats together!
Akti i sabotazhit mbi infrastrukturën kritike të furnizimit me ujë në kanalin e Ibër Lepencit është një krim i rëndë, i cili cënon jetën e qytetarëve të Kosovës dhe godet procesin e normalizimit të marrëdhënieve në rajonin tonë, ku të gjitha shtetet janë të përfshira në rrugën e integrimit në Bashkimin Europian. Kjo goditje kriminale duhet zbardhur e ndëshkuar sa më parë me mbështetjen e partnerëve ndërkombëtarë. Ndërkohë Bashkimi Europian duhet të heqë menjëherë sanksionet e mbetura ndaj Kosovës dhe të riangazhohet në një format të ri dialogu për normalizim mes Kosovës dhe Serbisë. Formati ekzistues ka dështuar të prodhojë rezultatet e dëshiruara dhe është koha që çështjet e dialogut të kalojnë përmes marrëdhënieve bilaterale të BE-së me Kosovën apo Serbinë, si dy shtete njësoj të pavarura prej njëra-tjetrës, ku fati europian i secilit shtet s’mund të varet nga dëshirat a mosdëshirat e shtetit tjetër; ashtu sikundër fati europian i krejt rajonit s’mund të varet nga mosnjohja e Kosovës nga Serbia apo 5 shtete anëtare të BE-së.
The act of sabotage on the critical water supply infrastructure in the Ibër-Lepenc Canal is a serious crime that endangers the lives of Kosova’s citizens and undermines the process of normalizing relations in our region, where all states are engaged in the path toward integration into the European Union. This criminal act must be investigated and punished as soon as possible, with the support of international partners.
Meanwhile, the European Union should immediately lift the remaining sanctions against Kosova and re-engage in a new dialogue format for normalization between Kosova and Serbia. The existing format has failed to produce the desired outcomes, and it is time for the dialogue issues to be addressed through the EU’s bilateral relations with Kosova or Serbia, as two equally independent states. The European future of each state cannot depend on the will or reluctance of the other state, just as the European future of the entire region cannot depend on Serbia’s non-recognition of Kosova or as well on the non-recognition of Kosova by five EU member states.
Today marks the anniversary of a monumental moment in history the fall of the #BerlinWall. A symbol of division and oppression crumbled, paving the way for unity, freedom and hope. A reminder that walls, physical or otherwise, can come down when people come together!🕊️
Congratulations Mark Rutte on assuming the role of NATO Secretary General.
Your leadership will be pivotal in further strengthening our Alliance at a crucial time for transatlantic unity.
#WeAreNATO#StrongerTogether
Commemorating 8 years since the canonization of Mother Teresa, the saint who gifted the world an immortal legacy of love, compassion and service to the most vulnerable that inspires millions.
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Sot kujtojmë 8 vjetorin e shenjtërimit të Nënë Terezës, shenjtores që i dha botës një trashëgimi të pavdekshme të dashurisë, dhembshurisë dhe shërbimit ndaj më të dobëtëve, duke frymëzuar miliona njerëz anembanë globit.
It is distressing to witness a candidate for the President of the United States being shot while speaking at a rally, and to hear that a participant has died with several others injured. This is a tragedy for the democratic world. My thoughts are with former President Trump and his family. We all hope that this appalling event will bring America and all people of the democratic world together against all forms of violence.
At the margins of the Washington NATO Summit, I had valuable meetings with my counterparts from Poland @radeksikorski and Iceland @thordiskolbrun.
We focused on strengthening bilateral and multilateral cooperation, addressing global challenges including dynamics in the Western Balkans, as well as reaffirming collective defense efforts and support for #Ukraine.
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#WeAreNATO
#StrongerTogether
Had an excellent meeting with my Swedish counterpart @TobiasBillstrom. We discussed our robust bilateral relations and explored opportunities to enhance economic, trade, and investment cooperation between Sweden and Albania.
Sweden is a strong advocate for #EU enlargement and Western Balkans integration. I conveyed Albania’s appreciation for Sweden's support and valuable technical assistance in this journey.
Aligned in our stance against Russian aggression and our support for #Ukraine, we will continue to collaborate closely as @NATO allies to strengthen security and stability.
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Today at @NATO HQ in Brussels, celebrating the 75th anniversary of the Alliance and officially welcoming our newest ally Sweden.
We discussed the upcoming Washington Summit, where important decisions will be made to further strengthen NATO and enhance Allied support for Ukraine.
#NATO75years
#WeAreNATO
#StrongerTogether
Fifteen years in @NATO: A journey of commitment, solidarity, and collective defense.
Albania remains a dedicated #NATO contributor, proudly standing with its allies in upholding our common values and embracing peace.
#15yearsinNATO🇦🇱
#WeAreNATO#StrongerTogether
Twenty five years ago, @NATO intervention was crucial in halting Milosevic's genocidal ambitions against the Albanian population in Kosova.
Today, the independent and sovereign Kosova, is a testament to the resilience of its people and the sacrifices made by its freedom fighters. With unwavering dedication, Kosova has evolved into a functional democracy, aiming for full integration into the Euro-Atlantic family.
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