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Air Force receives the fourth “Cougar” helicopter

: Published: Saturday, 08 November 2014 13:26

The Ministry of Defence received the fourth “Cougar” helicopter. On this occasion, a special ceremony was organized in the premises of the Helicopters Air Base in Farka. At the ceremony attended the Minister of Defence, Mrs. Mimi Kodheli, Chief of General Staff of the Armed Forces, Major General Jeronim Bazo, Ambassador of the Republic of France in Tirana, Mr. Bernanrd Fitoussi, generals and other senior militaries of the Ministry of Defence, General Staff and Armed Forces.

Minister Kodheli, phone conversation with her German counterpart

: Published: Friday, 07 November 2014 14:35

The Minister of Defence, Mrs. Mimi Kodheli had a phone conversation with the Minister of Defence of Germany, Ms. Ursula von der Leyen. During the conversation both counterparts discussed about Defence and Security issues in the region and beyond. They also talked about the situation in the Alliance’s borders, as well as about efforts to address risks, knowing that Albania is part of the coalition, donating weapons and ammunition to the Iraqi Government.

Ministry of Defence, agreement with Posta Shqiptare

: Published: Wednesday, 05 November 2014 15:34

The Ministry of Defence and Posta Shqiptare signed today an agreement of cooperation, which increases transparency and offers faster and qualitative service to the citizens. The agreement was signed by the Minister of Defence, Mrs. Mimi Kodheli and the General Director of Posta Shqiptare, Mr. Majlind Lazimi. Through this agreement, assistance will be provided to a category of high importance, which are the Armed Forces or to all those who serve in the military system, as well as to their families. The provision of the service through Posta Shqiptare avoids corruption, reduces bureaucratic procedures, reducing the time of getting this service.

Interview of Defence Minister Mrs. Mimi Kodheli to the “Voice of America”

: Published: Friday, 31 October 2014 21:11

The Minister of Defence, Mrs. Mimi Kodheli, during the visit to the United States of America invited by the U.S. Secretary of Defence, Mr. Chuck Hagel, gave an interview to the official US government radio and television, the “Voice of America”.

Minister Kodheli meeting with U.S. Secretary of Defence, Mr. Chuck Hagel

: Published: Thursday, 30 October 2014 19:51

The Minister of Defence, Mrs. Mimi Kodheli held an official meeting with the U.S. Secretary of Defence, Mr. Chuck Hagel. Minister Kodheli informed Secretary Hagel about reforms undertaken so far and joint commitments in the framework of the Alliance. During the meeting, they discussed about education and training of Albanian militaries in American military education system. Minister Kodheli portrayed the American education as an example to be followed.