Albania’s Interior Minister Ervin Demo met his Italian counterpart, Matteo Piantedosi, in Rome. They discussed stronger security cooperation and easier access to public services for Albanians living in Italy.

The talks focused on three main issues. First, the two ministers discussed developing Albania’s Security Academy with support from Italian expertise. Second, they reviewed bilateral security agreements. Third, they addressed the automatic recognition in Italy of birth certificates issued through the e-Albania platform.

The future of the Security Academy received particular attention. The two sides discussed how Italian experience could improve police training and professional development.

They also focused on updating study programmes, strengthening practical training and exchanging expertise. In addition, they discussed an annual training programme. It will help police officers improve their skills in crime prevention, investigations and public service.

Meanwhile, the ministers reviewed security agreements that are nearing completion. Albania and Italy plan to sign these agreements soon. They aim to strengthen cooperation and coordination between their security institutions.

Another key issue concerned birth certificates issued by Albanian civil registry offices. Demo called for Italian authorities to recognise automatically certificates downloaded and printed through the e-Albania platform. This would reduce paperwork for Albanians living in Italy.

The two ministers also agreed to intensify police cooperation. This will include real-time information exchange, more joint investigation teams and closer coordination to identify and arrest wanted individuals.

As a result, both countries aim to respond faster and tackle criminal activity more effectively.

The meeting reaffirmed Albania and Italy’s commitment to closer cooperation. Both sides seek to turn their partnership into concrete results, strengthen institutions, improve security and make public services easier for citizens.

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