During the High-Level Meeting between the Governments of Albania and Turkey, Defense Minister Niko Peleshi: Gratitude for the support in the modernization of the FA

Published: Wednesday, 21 February 2024 15:09

Defense Minister Niko Peleshi was part of the Albanian government delegation, led by Prime Minister Edi Rama, during their visit to Ankara, Turkey.
During the visit, the Military Framework Agreement was signed between the Council of Ministers of the Republic of Albania and the Government of the Republic of Turkey, involving the Ministries of Defense of both countries.

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Defence Minister Niko Peleshi at the Meeting of NATO Countries' Defence Ministers: We are determined to fulfill our obligations to the Alliance

Published: Friday, 16 February 2024 15:29

Defense Minister Niko Peleshi was an active participant in the two-day meeting of NATO Defense Ministers held in Brussels. The agenda on the first day included the Contact Group for the Defense of Ukraine, which focused on bolstering support for Ukraine against Russian aggression.

On the second day, discussions revolved around Euro-Atlantic security, deterrence, defense, and preparations for the upcoming Washington Summit, coinciding with the Alliance's 75th Anniversary.

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The Land Force completed successfully the "Steadfast Defender 2024" exercise, Peleshi: Ready to consolidate the operational and tactical dimension

Published: Wednesday, 14 February 2024 12:40

The successful conclusion of the "Steadfast Defender 2024" winter exercise by the Group-Battalion of Light Infantry marks a significant milestone for our Armed Forces.

Distinguished guests including the President of the Republic of Albania and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, Bajram Begaj, Defense Minister Niko Peleshi, Chief of the General Staff Major General Arben Kingji, along with other military commanders, gathered in the region of Puka to witness the final day of this crucial exercise.

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National Security: Minister Peleshi consultation with senior military personnel and experts in the field

Published: Thursday, 08 February 2024 11:43

Defence Minister Niko Peleshi convened a consultative meeting on national security issues, bringing together various stakeholders, including senior military personnel, association leaders of military personnel in reserve, representatives from the Ministry of Defense and General Staff of the Armed Forces, as well as experts from the AAF Academy and the College of Defense and Security.
The discussions centered on the review of strategic security and defense documents, aligning our capabilities with contemporary challenges within NATO Alliance requirements.
In his address, Minister Niko Peleshi underscored several factors necessitating a review of the National Security Strategy. These include the threat posed by Russian aggression in Ukraine to the Euro-Atlantic area, terrorism, hybrid conflicts, cyber-attacks, and violent extremism.

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