Representatives from the Ministry of Economy, Culture, and Innovation and cultural heritage institutions joined a regional training in Ulcinj. The training focused on underwater archaeology and digital heritage preservation using modern methods.

Minister Blendi Gonxhja shared moments from the training on social media. He highlighted the importance of documenting and protecting Albania’s underwater cultural heritage.

“From photogrammetry to dive simulations, this experience strengthened our skills to preserve and promote underwater treasures. It also boosted cooperation between Albania, Montenegro, and Croatia,” Gonxhja said.

He stressed that cultural heritage, even underwater, deserves attention as a tourism asset.

Specialist Sabian Hasani praised the Balkan countries’ cooperation. He said the photogrammetry experience will greatly help those with little or no underwater archaeology background.

“Underwater archaeology is still underdeveloped in this region. Starting cooperative efforts is important to work in harmony,” Hasani added.

Frenk Peza from the National Tourism Agency called the training a positive experience. He noted how different countries protect cultural heritage in their own ways.

Though Croatia is more advanced, Peza said their approach to teaching students and staff is inspiring and worth learning from.

Blerina Toci emphasized the importance of collaboration. She said sharing strengths and weaknesses among Albania, Croatia, and Montenegro helps build a better future.

Andrea Pambuku noted the training helped learn how to protect underwater archaeology and create new cultural and tourism sites. She added that protection of underwater sites is crucial since this field is still new for them.

Elisabeta Mosho said the knowledge gained will improve 3D documentation skills. This is a key process for cultural heritage protection.

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