Prime Minister Edi Rama paid tribute today at the grave of Pope Francis in the Vatican.

He was accompanied by his wife, Linda, and their son, Zaho.

Rama described the tribute at the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore as a special moment of the visit to the Holy See.

He said Pope Francis was an unforgettable friend of Albania and of his family.
He added that the Pope always prayed for the Albanian people and sent messages of friendship.

Earlier today, Pope Leo XIV received Prime Minister Rama in an audience.

Afterward, Rama met with Cardinal Pietro Parolin, Secretary of State of the Holy See, and Archbishop Paul Richard Gallagher, Secretary for Relations with States and International Organizations.

Prime Minister Rama began his official visit to the Vatican yesterday, at the invitation of the Holy See.

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