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ALBANIA SEES POSITIVE PROGRESS IN FIGHT AGAINST TERRORISM AND SALW

Albania’s Efforts to Combat Terrorism and Small Arms and Light Weapons (SALW) Proliferation

The Albanian government has made significant progress in its efforts to combat terrorism and SALW proliferation, according to the latest report on the implementation of the EU-facilitated Action Plan. The report highlights the country’s achievements in increasing intelligence capacity, investigation, and awareness of the threat posed by SALW.

Achievements

  • Albania has increased its intelligence capacity and investigation capabilities to better combat terrorism and SALW proliferation.
  • The government has harmonized its legal framework with EU acquis, adopting key laws and regulations in support of the recently amended Law on Weapons.
  • In 2021, Albania received praise from the EU side for its efforts to combat terrorism and SALW proliferation.

International Cooperation

  • Albania’s Antiterrorism Directorate conducted numerous trainings and meetings with international organizations, including the OSCE, UNODC, and Interpol.
  • The country has made significant progress in implementing its National Risk Assessment Action Plan, which aims to identify and mitigate risks related to SALW trafficking and terrorist financing.

Commitment to Combating Terrorism and SALW Proliferation

“We are committed to combating terrorism and SALW proliferation in Albania,” said a government spokesperson. “We recognize that this is an ongoing challenge, but we are making progress and will continue to work with our international partners to ensure the safety and security of our citizens.”

Importance of Cooperation

  • Effective cooperation between law enforcement agencies, border control authorities, and other stakeholders is critical in combating terrorism and SALW trafficking.
  • Albania believes that information sharing is key to success in this fight and will continue to work with its international partners to ensure that it has the necessary resources and expertise.

EU Support

The Albanian government’s efforts to combat terrorism and SALW proliferation have been recognized by the EU, which has provided significant financial and technical support to the country.

“We are pleased to see Albania making progress in this area,” said an EU spokesperson. “We will continue to work with the Albanian government to ensure that it has the necessary tools and resources to effectively combat these threats.”