TIRANA, February 26 – President Bajram Begaj began an official visit to North Macedonia on Wednesday at the invitation of President Gordana Siljanovska Davkova.

During the visit, Begaj will meet President Siljanovska Davkova, Prime Minister Hristijan Mickoski and Parliament Speaker Afrim Gashi. He will also hold talks with Albanian political leaders and visit several municipalities led by ethnic Albanian mayors.

In addition, the Albanian head of state will address a special session of the Parliament of North Macedonia.

The visit aims to strengthen bilateral relations and advance the European Union integration process of both countries, which are members of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization. It also seeks to support broader European integration efforts across the Western Balkans.

Albania considers North Macedonia a key partner in safeguarding peace, security and interethnic cohesion in the region.

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