Prime Minister Edi Rama spoke this Tuesday at the Diaspora Summit, where he highlighted Albania’s transformation in recent years, particularly in the areas of justice reform and tourism.
Speaking on the second day of the summit, Rama emphasized the role of the Albanian diaspora, describing it as a key part of the nation’s identity and future.
“Albania does not end where its territory ends. It lives wherever Albanians live,” Rama said, underlining the importance of preserving language, traditions, and cultural ties across generations.
He described the diaspora not as being on the periphery, but at the heart of Albania’s development, calling the country a “major transformation site” that invites diaspora investment for the future.
Rama pointed to significant economic growth, noting that foreign investments have increased from around €300–400 million annually in the past to over €1.2 billion per year today.
He also highlighted progress in Albania’s European Union integration process, stating that the country has closed all negotiation chapters within 11 months, describing it as a record timeframe.
In a sharp remark, Rama criticized his predecessor, saying that “he used to register himself as a tourist every time he entered Albania.”
He stressed that his government had empowered the justice system to act independently:
“We handed over to justice the sword that belongs only in its hands, to deliver justice for الجميع, sparing no one,” Rama said.
Rama concluded by emphasizing that the Diaspora Summit is not merely ceremonial, but a statement of conviction, highlighting the importance of Albanians abroad in shaping the country’s future.
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