Minister Peleshi at Ukraine Contact Group meeting: We continue the political and military support
- Published: Saturday, 15 June 2024 12:58
Defence Minister Niko Peleshi attended the 23rd Ukraine Defense Contact Group meeting in Brussels, organized by U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin.
The participating countries reaffirmed their unwavering political and military support for Ukraine, standing united against Russia's illegal and unjustified aggression.

Minister Peleshi at NATO Ministerial: We will increase investments for Defense within 2030 with "Made in Albania" products in the international market
- Published: Friday, 14 June 2024 12:52
Defence Minister Niko Peleshi attended the NATO Defense Ministers’ meeting held in Brussels, where key issues of Security and Defense in the Euro-Atlantic area were discussed in preparation for the upcoming Washington Summit in July.
In his address, Minister Peleshi highlighted Albania's continued strong financial commitment to the Alliance, formalizing a contribution of 2.03% of GDP. A significant portion of this investment will be directed towards modernizing the Armed Forces with new weapons and equipment.

Minister Peleshi meets with counterparts in Brussels, signs cooperation agreement on natural disasters
- Published: Thursday, 13 June 2024 11:49
Defense Minister Niko Peleshi is currently attending the NATO Defense Ministerial in Brussels, where he has met with his counterparts from various NATO member countries.
In a meeting with Slovenia's Defense Minister, Marjan Šarec, the primary focus was on enhancing bilateral cooperation in security and defense. They also discussed strengthening ties within NATO and fostering regional cooperation.

Procurement from NATO, Minister Peleshi meeting with representatives of the Alliance and Albanian business
- Published: Wednesday, 12 June 2024 14:27
Defense Minister Niko Peleshi participated in a meeting with representatives from the NATO Communications and Information Agency (NCIA), NATO Support and Procurement Agency (NSPA), and the US Department of Defense, alongside chambers of commerce, industry leaders, entrepreneurs, and businesses. This event, titled "Industry Day," aimed to inform Albanian economic operators about procurement procedures, legislation, and conditions required for participation in international contracts, while fostering collaboration between Albanian businesses and NATO agencies.

Balkan Chiefs of Defense Conference in Albania, Peleshi: Unwavering in our role as guarantors of peace and stability
- Published: Thursday, 06 June 2024 14:01
Albania hosted the Balkan Chiefs of Defense Conference, where Minister of Defense Niko Peleshi and President Bajram Begaj, also the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, extended their greetings. Minister Peleshi emphasized Albania's pivotal role in regional cooperation and its steadfast commitment to ensuring peace, stability, and prosperity.

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