
Within 24 hours, the EU and German ambassadors met with the main figures of the new opposition in Albania, in a move that is read as a political signal to break the status quo and build an alternative outside the Rama-Berisha axis...
Within 24 hours, the two most important diplomatic representatives of Europe, namely the ambassador of the European Union in Tirana and that of Germany, have held meetings with the new opposition in Albania.
Respectively, Silvio Gonzato met Adriatik Lapaj and Arlind Qorri, while Karl Bergner met Agron Shehaj and Erald Kapri.
In almost perfect coordination, both diplomatic headquarters gave their definitions of these developments.
"Valid conversations today with Adriatik Lapaj of 'Shqipëria Bëhet' and Arlind Qorri of 'Lëvizja Bashkë', where we agreed that a healthy democracy is built on pluralism."
The coexistence of diverse political voices helps reflect the very structure of society, ensures fair representation, and increases public trust.
Every vote cast must have the same weight, so that election results reflect the will of the citizens.
That is why electoral reform matters. A fair and transparent electoral framework ensures that representation in parliament reflects the choices of voters. It empowers citizens, encourages participation and strengthens accountability,” said EU Ambassador Silvio Gonzato.
Meanwhile, the German ambassador has published the following statement:
"What are the dynamics in the Albanian Parliament and the current party landscape? What role does the culture of memory and the history of communism play for Albania today?"
Ambassador Bergner discussed these and other issues today with MPs Agron Shehaj and Erald Kapri of the Opportunity Party. A vibrant democracy is characterized by pluralism and a strong parliament, which also respects the rights of the opposition. We thank you for the visit and for the open conversation!”
This political development clearly seems to have a purpose, an aim, and an organized message. A message that is readable in both form and content.
In form, the EU's top diplomats have met the new opposition at its most difficult time, when its political relevance is not at its best.
The new opposition parties are today in the shadows, but the European Union brought them into the light, giving a strong message to the public, first and foremost; to the government and the majority, secondly; and especially to Sali Berisha, thirdly, but not least in importance.
The essence of the message is clear: in form, the European Union has as its preferred partner a new opposition, which is also supported by the polls that are periodically conducted, where a new force is preferred more by the citizens. The signal has a resultant: we must move to a new phase of alternative shaping of a new opposition, which, even if Edi Rama and Sali Berisha want to marginalize, Europe supports. This message is clear.
The other message is in the content, and this is the most important. Europe is asking the new opposition to break the status quo regarding electoral, constitutional and territorial reform. Despite not having the numbers, they have European support.
So, break the systemic basis that keeps this caste system afloat. Europe is sending a signal to the youth: do you want our support? Break the caste, you have us on your side. And for this reason, it is encouraging them to revolutionize the system.
Of course, this signal is directed at the majority to tell them that Europe demands a change, but the likelihood, or at least what it seems, is that the message is directed at the opposition. It is being openly told to abandon the old options, because it will not have the support of Europe.
The ceremonial meeting of the new opposition, in this way, is a slap in the face of the DP leadership, even a strong slap.
Europe seems to have a clear idea of what the new opposition should be like, as Ambassador Gonzato puts it: “A fair and transparent electoral framework ensures that representation in parliament reflects the choices of voters. It empowers citizens, encourages participation and strengthens accountability.”
Or the German ambassador, through questions that stick like nails: "What are the dynamics in the Albanian Parliament and in the current party landscape? What role does the culture of memory and the history of communism play for Albania today?"
Troç: Europe sent its political message for change, which looks like the launch of a plan with clear contours; without Edi Rama and Sali Berisha./ Pamphlet
Ku pjerdh Edi per Europen. Te gjithe dylbera jane keta.
Keta ambasadore duhet tu thone shefave te tyre se: ne Albania nuk kane lindur ende burrat opozitare. Ose, ambasadoret i genjejne me vetedije shefat e tyre. Kjo e fundit eshte me e mundeshme. Sepse keshtu dalin te gjithe te kenaqur.