Tirana, October 29 – Tourism, Culture and Sports Minister Blendi Gonxhja met in Dubai with UAE Minister of Sports H.E. Ahmad Belhoul Al Falasi.

The ministers discussed opportunities to strengthen sports diplomacy. They also explored building cooperation in elite sports, international events, and sports infrastructure.

Gonxhja noted that the UAE is an inspiring model for transforming sports into a tool for development, diplomacy, and global promotion. He added that this experience can guide Albania’s ambition to position itself as a new destination for international sporting events.

The minister stressed the shared goal of establishing concrete partnerships. He highlighted the importance of opening the way for new investments and initiatives. These efforts aim to turn sports into a sustainable bridge for cooperation, economic growth, and youth engagement between Albania and the UAE.

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