President Bajram Begaj departs today for a two-day visit to Italy.

The Head of State will join world leaders at the reception and the official opening ceremony of the Milano–Cortina 2026 Winter Olympic Games, which begin on February 6.

A few days ago, President Begaj presented the national flag to the ski team that will compete at the Games. Albania will be represented in Milano–Cortina 2026 by four athletes: Lara Colturi, Denni Xhepa, Lisa Brunga, and Semire Dauti.

During his visit to Italy, Begaj will also attend a reception hosted by Italian President Sergio Mattarella for the opening of the Winter Olympics.

In addition, his agenda includes separate meetings with Italian authorities, as well as with the Albanian community and the Arbëresh community in the Lombardy region.

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