The President of the Republic, Ilir Meta, in the framework of his visit to Turkey, held a meeting with the Albanian diaspora and leaders of the Association “Vatra” in Istanbul. President Meta, in this meeting, praised their contribution to the promotion of Albanian national tradition, culture, history, and heritage.

“The early and new Albanian Diaspora in Turkey is the pride that represents our highest national values. I am very happy to be in Istanbul among my compatriots and the leaders of the “Vatra” association to appreciate their irreplaceable contribution to the promotion of Albanian national tradition, culture, history, and heritage. Albania and Turkey enjoy long and close friendly relations. “These relations will remain such because at their core is the friendship and close connection between our peoples, where the Albanian diaspora has an irreplaceable role”, writes  Meta on social networks.