Minister Peleshi in Latvia: We will continue to contribute to NATO mission in Northern Europe

Published: Saturday, 05 June 2021 13:14

After the official visit to Estonia, Defence Minister Niko Peleshi, at the invitation of his counterpart, Mr. Artis Pabriks, continued his visit to Latvia.

The two delegations held a meeting, in which they had the opportunity to share thoughts and ideas to further develop and intensify cooperation in the Field of Defence, while military education and strategic communication were given special attention.

Mr. Peleshi expressed his gratitude for the ongoing support that Latvia has given to Albania not only during the NATO membership process but also in the efforts that our country is making regarding the negotiations with the European Union.

The two ministers praised both country's respective contributions to the Alliance and expressed their readiness to support the decisions regarding the commitments that will be confirmed at the NATO Summit in Brussels.

The Defence Minister reconfirmed the ongoing presence with an EOD platoon in Camp Adazi, within the NATO mission "enhanced Forward Presence". He thanked Minister Pabriks for all the support that the Latvian side provides to the Albanian contingent, especially during the tragic event that occurred two years ago, where two Albanian soldiers lost their lives.

After the meeting at the Ministry of Defense, Minister Peleshi traveled to Camp Adazi, where he met with Latvian military officials and the Canadian group leaders of the battalion. In the meeting with the Albanian contingent, the Minister congratulated the personnel of the Armed Forces in the "enhanced Forward Presence" mission for the contribution to the collective defense as well as for their professionalism and he also mentioned the high appreciation the Albanian troops have received from partner countries.

The Defence Minister laid a wreath at the memorial of the Martyrs of the Homeland, Major Klodian Tanushi, and Lieutenant Zarife Hasanaj, who fell in the line of duty two years ago.