SERBIA

The Albanian government pays special attention to strengthening bilateral relations with Serbia while taking into account the multiple implications that this relationship reflects at the bilateral and regional level, including Kosovo and the Albanians who live in the region.

There is an increase of cooperation in the framework of regional initiatives, such as the Berlin Process, the South-East European Cooperation Process (SEECP), etc. Starting from January 2021, the Agreement on Freedom of Movement with Identity Cards came into force.

There are satisfactory indicators in the economic plan, as the commercial volume has been increasing up to the value of €233 million. Meanwhile, exchanges continue in areas such as tourism, energy, transport, etc. New joint enterprises and investments focused on tourism are clear examples of achievements that the Albania-Serbia Joint Chamber of Commerce has reached.

The Albanian government closely follows the situation of Albanians living in the Presheva Valley and everywhere in Serbia. We fully support the policy of non-discrimination and their integration in state institutions, which is not just a necessity for preserving the Albanian national identity in accordance with European standards, but also the cornerstone of further strengthening of our bilateral relations. Our demands are based on their needs to get what they deserve, more welfare, more respect, and greater involvement in Serbia’s integration processes.