TIRANA, December 11 – Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Elisa Spiropali met in Tirana with Cristina Gherasimov, Moldova’s Deputy Prime Minister for European Affairs.

The meeting focused on European Union enlargement and the pro-European orientation of both countries.

Spiropali said Albania and Moldova share the same values and vision for Europe’s future. She underlined that EU enlargement remains a key instrument for security and peace on the continent.

She added that Albania considers EU enlargement one of the most effective tools for security and peace in Europe. She confirmed Albania’s support for full EU membership for Moldova and Ukraine, as it does for the Western Balkans.

Spiropali praised the determination and sacrifices of Moldova’s government and people in resisting external pressures, malign influences, and disinformation campaigns. She said Moldova has clearly chosen to join the European family.

The meeting took place as part of efforts to intensify cooperation between Albania and Moldova and to support the European integration of countries that share democratic aspirations.

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