Albania’s Minister of Tourism, Culture and Sports, Blendi Gonxhja, met with FIBA Secretary General Andreas Zagklis, FIBA Europe Board member Michal Konecny and Albanian Basketball Federation President Avni Ponari at the ministry.

The talks focused on increasing support for the national federation and investing in sports infrastructure. The participants highlighted the need for dedicated basketball facilities.

Meanwhile, they discussed the sponsorship law as a tool to encourage private-sector involvement and expand financial support for clubs and athletes.

The meeting also addressed stronger cooperation with FIBA. The aim is to further develop basketball in Albania and improve its competitiveness on the international stage.

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