TIRANA, February 5 – Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Elisa Spiropali held several meetings in the US Senate today.

Discussions centered on cooperation and coordination on issues of mutual interest between Albania and the United States. During a meeting with Senator Elissa Slotkin, the focus included strategic coordination on security, economic, and political matters.

Spiropali highlighted in a social media message that Slotkin values the active role of the large Albanian community in her state of Michigan. The senator also supports the diaspora’s contribution to strengthening Albanian-American ties.

The minister also met Senator Gary Peters, founder and co-chair of the “Albanian Issues Caucus.” Peters maintains a special focus on the interests of the Albanian-American community. Spiropali described the group as a reliable and constructive partner for advancing bilateral relations across all areas of shared interest.

In addition, the minister met Senator Steve Daines, Chair of the Subcommittee on Europe and Regional Security Cooperation. Daines supports Albania and has extensive knowledge of regional security issues. Spiropali emphasized that Albania remains committed to transatlantic security, including support for NATO’s goal of 5% defense spending.

She underlined that hosting the NATO Summit in Tirana in 2027 will provide a significant opportunity to strengthen the unity and cohesion of the Alliance.

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