TIRANA, January 3 – Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Elisa Spiropali congratulated her Cypriot counterpart, Constantinos Kombos, on Cyprus assuming the presidency of the Council of the European Union on January 1, 2026.

She wished Cyprus every success during this decisive period. Spiropali highlighted the importance of advancing a proactive European agenda. This includes a credible, comprehensive, and successful enlargement process that strengthens Europe, its values, and the European perspective of the Western Balkans.

The minister emphasized that Albania is ready to continue contributing and investing in the shared European future.

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