The Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs, Igli Hasani, welcomed the American Secretary of State, Antony Blinken, who is making his first official visit to Albania, at Rinas airport.
Sharing a few moments from the arrival of Secretary Blinken, Minister Hasani in a post on social networks said that the strategic partnership between Albania and the USA is getting stronger and stronger.
“Welcome Antony! Albania’s partnership and strategic cooperation with the USA, our old ally, will only strengthen, built on a strong foundation between our countries and people. I am extremely grateful to Secretary Blinken for his invaluable support and cooperation,” he writes.
Secretary Blinken is expected to meet with President Bajram Begaj, Prime Minister Edi Rama and will hold a joint press conference with the head of the government.
During his stay in Tirana, Mr. Blinken will also meet with a group of about 100 young people who have studied in programs offered by the United States.