TIRANA, March 19 – Albania’s Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs, Ferit Hoxha, visited the Elcano Royal Institute in Madrid to discuss EU enlargement and regional security.

During the visit, Hoxha met with experts and the institute’s director, Charles Powell, exchanging views on EU expansion in the Western Balkans as a strategic necessity.
The talks also covered complex challenges facing both the European Union and NATO. Hoxha highlighted developments in Ukraine and the Middle East, describing the discussions as valuable for contributing to a safer, stronger, and more integrated Europe.

The minister’s official visit to Spain included meetings with senior Spanish authorities, students, and international relations experts, reinforcing Albania’s commitment to regional cooperation and European integration.
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