Security challenges will be discussed at the U.S.-Adriatic Charter (A-5) Defense Ministerial, held in Tirana from December 3 to 5

Published: Monday, 02 December 2024 15:12

From December 3 to 5, the Defense Ministerial will be held in Tirana as part of the U.S.-Adriatic Charter Initiative (A-5). This important event is also part of Albania's commitments to this initiative.

High-level representatives from the U.S., Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, Slovenia, North Macedonia, Montenegro, Kosovo, and Serbia are expected to attend. U.S. Assistant Secretary of Defense for International Security Affairs, Ms. Celeste Wallander, will also be present at the meeting.

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The Armed Forces organized a demonstration in the city of Vlora on the occasion of the 112th Anniversary of Independence

Published: Thursday, 28 November 2024 15:05

The pilots and onboard technicians of the Cougar helicopter conducted a demonstration flight, flying over Flag Square where the 112th Anniversary of Independence Ceremony was taking place, while waving the national flag. They continued along the promenade and flew towards Orikum.

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XVI Contingent deploys to Latvia, Minister Vengu: EOD is a national asset

Published: Wednesday, 27 November 2024 10:57

At the Support Command, a ceremony was held for the departure of the XVI EOD Contingent, consisting of 21 servicemembers, who will join NATO’s Enhanced Forward Presence mission as part of the multinational brigade in Camp Adazi, Latvia.

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Minister Vengu presents reservist legislation to Legal Affairs Committee: Boosting readiness levels

Published: Tuesday, 26 November 2024 11:18

Defense Minister Pirro Vengu introduced the draft law on the organization and functioning of Albania's Reserve Force to the Parliament’s Legal Affairs Committee. The proposed legislation aims to enhance the country's defense readiness by integrating a modern and structured reservist component with the active Armed Forces.

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