Albania, Kosovo leaders mark 105th anniversary of Independence Day

Vlora has become the center of all Albanian territories on the occasion of 105th anniversary of the Independence Day.

The highest dignitaries of Albania and Kosovo have gathered in the so-called City of Flag, announcing several important initiatives for both countries.

Prime Minister Edi Rama said that today starts the Skenderbeg Year with numerous initiatives of a cultural character, but also with the creation of common platforms for giving a greater role to the diaspora.

Kosovo President Hashim Thaci said that the two countries need to strengthen their more cooperation, and on this day “we should appreciate the sacrifice of heroes that made independence possible”.

President Ilir Meta said that Skanderbeg Year should serve to strengthen the sense of patriotism among Albanian youth and to work in improving the country’s image for an EU future.

It is expected that with the start of the year devoted to the national hero Gjergj Kastriot Skënderbeu the country will have a very busy calendar of activities and will also see the opening of several new museums.

Democratic Party leader Lulzim Basha also congratulated the flag celebration from the martyrs’ cemetery in Tirana, where he also paid homage.

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