We strongly condemn the illegal invasion of Ukraine by Russia and the atrocities and crimes committed towards the civilian population. Ukraine is Putin’s target but make no mistake his goal is Europe.
Sharing the concern expressed by the EU and US authorities, the European Parliament, the UK Parliament, and a number of European governments;
Taking into account the political narrative of some Balkan leaders, interventions to thwart NATO and EU membership;
Considering that this disturbing picture is closely related to the manifold intensified presence of Russian and Chinese influence in the region, seeking to ensure dominance in the Balkans, with grave consequences for the peace and digression of Euro-Atlantic processes;
The Republican Party of Albania
1. Calls upon the IDU and its constituent parties to take active steps to prevent
this escalation of tensions and malignant influence of Russia and China;
2. Urges the IDU to undertake a fact-finding mission to better identify problems and contribute with viable solutions;
3. Suggests that a direct contact be established with the High Representative for Bosnia and Herzegovina Christian Schmidt to assess the concerns raised so far and take appropriate actions to remedy the situation;
4. Encourages the IDU to support the EPP group in the EU Parliament, which has taken the initiative for the accession talks of Albania and North Macedonia with the EU as the only way to bring stability and prosperity in the region.