Albania opens key chapter in EU accession drive

Albania opens key chapter in EU accession drive

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The Speaker of the Albanian Parliament, Elisa Spiropali, reacted today, one day after the Fourth Intergovernmental Conference between Albania and the EU in Luxembourg, during which the second cluster of negotiation chapters was opened, CE Report quotes ATA.

"The opening of negotiations for the 'Internal Market' cluster is another inspiring step for Albania 2030 in the EU," said Spiropali, while congratulating the negotiating team, institutions, and all contributors to this process.

"Albania's star is joining the stars of Europe, thanks also to their dedication. They will continue to have the unwavering support of the Parliament, not just to accelerate, but to sprint toward unification with our European family," Spiropali stated in a social media post.

Prime Minister Edi Rama led the Albanian delegation in these talks, which included ministers, deputy ministers, and officials in charge of the respective negotiation chapters.

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