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The promotion ceremony for the two generals is held, Xhaçka: Meritocracy and creating equal opportunities our non-negotiable priorities

: Published: Friday, 02 November 2018 19:37

On the premises of the General Staff of the Armed Forces, was held the promotion ceremony for Brigadier General Albert Mullai and Major General Nazmi Cahani.

The Defence Minister attending this ceremony, stated that the two generals have shown prominent professionalism, integrity and dedication throughout their work.

The Romanian Parliament applauses Minister Xhaçka: Albania, a factor of stability in the region

: Published: Thursday, 01 November 2018 13:08

The Romanian Parliament applauds Albania and appreciates its role as a factor of stability throughout the Western Balkans region.

Invited by her Romanian counterpart, Defence Minister Olta Xhaçka paid an official visit to Romania where she was received at a special meeting by Prime Minister Viorica Dăncilă, Defence Minister Mihai Fifor, representatives of Romania's National Security and Defence Commission, while attending the plenary session of the Romanian Parliament.

The Albanian "Commando" effectives, part of one of the largest NATO Exercises

: Published: Friday, 26 October 2018 11:53

The effectives of the Land Force Commando Battalion are taking part in one of the largest training exercises organized by NATO in these decades.

Our commandos have joined the "Trident Juncture 2018" Exercise, which sees taking part 50,000 troops, 10,000 vehicles, 65 combat ships, 250 aircrafts from 31 NATO countries and partner countries. The training is taking place in Norway, Sweden and Finland.

Xhaçka receives the Italian counterpart: Albania will chair several regional initiatives next year

: Published: Tuesday, 23 October 2018 15:26

The Defence Minister of the Republic of Albania, Olta Xhaçka met her Italian counterpart, Mrs. Elisabetta Trenta. During the meeting, Minister Xhaçka praised Italy as one of the closest historical partners and as an ally of Albania's journey for the integration into Euro-Atlantic structures. Minister Xhaçka confirmed to the counterpart Trenta the Albania’s unquestioned determination to continue its representation with the due rhythm in operations, missions and initiatives within NATO framework.

The minister noted that only this year, Albania has doubled the number of the troops participating in the Resolute Support Mission in Afghanistan.

Special Forces celebrate the 20th Anniversary, Xhaçka: National Asset, it will be modernized

: Published: Sunday, 21 October 2018 15:53

The Albanian Special Forces Battalion has never been more beautiful and festive than on the 20th Anniversary of its foundation, which turned into a celebration, attended by family members of this Battalion.

To celebrate the two decades of history and engagement of the elite unit of the Armed Forces of Albania was also present the Defence Minister Olta Xhaçka, who maximally bestowed the 20 -year contribution of the Special Forces.

“Over 20 years, our Special Forces have succeeded in enriching their resume with a wide geography and variety of engagements, operations, in high-risk locations, and to be the most elite troops of our Armed Forces. This unit is a national asset and these guys are the pride of our Armed Forces, the pride of our country, the pride of each of us. They are silent heroes about whom history speaks itself. Thanks to them, our flag waves proudly alongside the flags of our Allies, in the most difficult operations’ theatres, from distant Mosul to fearsome Kandahar.”- said Minister Xhaçka.