Minister Blendi Gonxhja denied reports about illegal excavations in the Finiq Archaeological Park. He said the claims are false and misinform the public.

Approved restoration work is underway in the park. Cultural heritage institutions supervise all activities. The contractor JOGI sh.p.k. carries out the project under official decisions from the National Council of Tangible Cultural Heritage.

The project aims to stabilize the Bastion Wall, preserve its authenticity, and improve visitor safety. Workers clean surfaces, survey foundations, install drainage, and reposition heavy cyclopean stones.

Gonxhja explained that specialized lifting machines are required for stones weighing up to 2.2 tons. These machines were misinterpreted as signs of illegal digging.

The project has reached 80% completion. It strengthens the monument and protects Albania’s cultural heritage.

Gonxhja urged the media and the public to verify information before sharing it.

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