Defense Ministers from the Coalition to Defeat ISIS met in Brussels, led by U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin, ahead of the NATO Defense Ministers meeting
- Published: Thursday, 17 October 2024 14:10
U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin praised the dedicated efforts of allied and partner countries in the Coalition to Defeat ISIS, highlighting it as one of the most broadly supported and effective coalitions in action. During this pre-summit meeting ahead of the NATO Defense Ministerial, participants reviewed concrete steps for the partial U.S. troop withdrawal from Iraq and discussed NATO's continued role in training, advising, and supporting Iraqi institutions through the NMI mission.
Defense Minister Pirro Vengu is participating in the two-day NATO Defense Ministers Summit in Brussels
- Published: Thursday, 17 October 2024 14:05
This Ministerial is chaired for the first time by NATO's new Secretary General, Mark Rutte.
The Official Gazette has published the decision to enhance financial treatment for 6,000 Armed Forces personnel
- Published: Wednesday, 16 October 2024 14:00
The Council of Ministers has approved and published a decision in Official Gazette No. 175/2024 to increase financial support for Armed Forces personnel. This decision will take effect on January 1, 2025, with funding allocated from the Ministry of Defense’s budget.
80th Anniversary of Vlora’s Liberation: Minister Vengu pays tribute to fallen heroes
- Published: Tuesday, 15 October 2024 13:32
Marking the 80th Anniversary of Vlora’s Liberation, Defense Minister Pirro Vengu, alongside Vlora’s Mayor Ermal Dredha held a ceremony to honor the fallen heroes who gave their lives for the freedom of the city and the nation.
Financial compensation increase, beneficiaries range from Special Forces to military doctors and nurses
- Published: Sunday, 13 October 2024 13:36
The government's latest decision on financial compensation focuses on several key units within the Armed Forces, recognized as national assets.
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