The President of the Republic, Ilir Meta, received in a special meeting the Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Belgium, Charles Michel.

President Meta praised the very good relations between the two countries, and expressed gratitude for the support that Belgium has given to Albania, particularly in the framework of Albania’s integration process.

Following the European Commission’s recommendation to open accession negotiations with Albania, President Meta stressed the importance of positive decision-making by the Council in the strategic aspect for Albania and the Western Balkans region.

Meanwhile, President Meta expressed the commitment to further progress in reforms for the five key priorities, particularly in the area of rule of law. Additionally, Meta praised the intensification of bilateral cooperation in the field of illegal migration and organized crime./tvklan.al