TIRANA, February 27 – Prime Minister Edi Rama announced a broad reorganization of the government cabinet, introducing changes in several key ministries.

He presented the decisions during a joint meeting of the Socialist Party parliamentary group and cabinet members.

The most significant development involved the dismissal of Belinda Balluku from her posts as Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Infrastructure and Energy.

Rama appointed Interior Minister Albana Kociu as the new Deputy Prime Minister.

The reshuffle triggered further changes across the cabinet.

Besfort Lamallari moved from the Ministry of Justice to head the Ministry of Interior, replacing Kociu.

Toni Gogu took over as Minister of Justice.

Diplomat Ferit Hoxha assumed the post of Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs, replacing Elisa Spiropali.

Enea Karakafi became Minister of Infrastructure and Energy.

Ermal Nufi took office as Minister of Defense, replacing Pirro Vengu.

In addition, Eriona Ismaili was appointed Minister for Relations with Parliament, succeeding Toni Gogu.

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