Minister Vengu welcomes U.S. European Command Commander General Christopher G. Cavoli: Gratitude to the U.S. for its support in efforts to modernize the Armed Forces

Published: Tuesday, 17 September 2024 15:27

Defence Minister Pirro Vengu held a meeting with Supreme Allied Commander Europe and Commander of U.S. Forces in Europe, General Christopher G. Cavoli, along with his delegation.During the discussions with the high-ranking American military official, Minister Vengu addressed the regional situation, emphasizing NATO's continued strong support in Kosovo and its Euro-Atlantic path, as well as the need for a unified response to destabilizing rhetoric and disinformation campaigns by third-party actors in the region.Minister Vengu expressed his gratitude to General Cavoli for the vital support that the United States provides daily in the efforts to modernize Albania’s Armed Forces and strengthen its human capital.

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239 young men and women begin the Basic Individual Training Course to join the Armed Forces, Minister Vengu: An inspiring example for all

Published: Monday, 16 September 2024 15:16

A total of 239 young men and women have been chosen to take part in the Basic Individual Training Course, marking their initial step towards becoming members of the Armed Forces. At the send-off ceremony, Defense Minister Pirro Vengu praised the recruits for their courageous choice of a path that requires dedication and sacrifice, calling them a source of inspiration for everyone.

 

 

 

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Minister Vengu inspects the works for the construction of the AFA Campus: It will serve to increase the professionalism of our forces

Published: Saturday, 14 September 2024 11:57

Defense Minister Pirro Vengu inspected the construction works of the Armed Forces Academy Campus (AFA - Campus), one of the most important projects planned by the Ministry of Defense, which is based on the model of the prestigious American Academy West Point.

Minister Vengu and the Commander of the AFA Brigadier General Bardhyl Nuredinaj, got acquainted with the progress of the project, another investment that serves the modernization of the AAF.

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2024 Budget adjustments, Minister Vengu: Enable the implementation of some important investments in Defense

Published: Thursday, 12 September 2024 20:57

During the argumentation in the Parliamentary Session on the Normative Act for some amendments and additions to the law "On the 2024 Budget", the Defense Minister Pirro Vengu stated that this act gives great support to the Defense Budget, creating conditions for the implementation of a significant number of priorities and investments.

Minister Vengu highlighted the transformational decisions of the Albanian government in favor of civilian and military personnel, through salary increases from 7% to 22%.

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