TIRANA, March 20 – Foreign Minister Ferit Hoxha held a phone call today with Croatian Foreign Minister Gordan Grlić-Radman. The discussion focused on bilateral ties and regional cooperation.

Hoxha said both sides reaffirmed excellent relations and a strong strategic partnership between Albania and Croatia. They also stressed the need to deepen cooperation in key sectors. These include the economy, energy, defence, and tourism.

He said the ministers gave special attention to strengthening connectivity and energy security through major regional projects. These include the Adriatic-Ionian Corridor, the Trans Adriatic Pipeline, and its expansion through the Ionian-Adriatic Pipeline. They also discussed the Three Seas Initiative as a key pillar for growth and resilience in Southeast Europe.

Hoxha said they also exchanged views on regional security and cooperation. He underlined their shared responsibility as North Atlantic Treaty Organization allies to support peace, stability, and collective defence. He added that both countries remain committed to advancing security, stability, and a shared European future for the region.

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