The 112th anniversary of Independence, the Albanian flag is raised in New York

2024-11-27 08:45:56Aktualitet SHKRUAR NGA REDAKSIA VOX

The 112th anniversary of Independence, the Albanian flag is raised in New York

The Mayor of New York, Eric Adams, held a ceremony in Boëling Green in Lower Manhattan to commemorate the 112th anniversary of Albania's independence.

On the official website of the municipality of New York, it is written that the event highlighted the appreciation for the diversity of the city that invests in its future.

The Albanians honored during this ceremony were Bera Mjeku, Fadil Berisha and Esad Gjonbalaj who were honored for their influence and contribution to the community.

While the secretary of VATRA, Dr. Pashko Camaj, Ambassador of Albania to the USA, Ervin Bushati, Permanent Representative of Albania to the UN, Suela Janina, Head of the Kosovo Mission in New York Blerim Reka, Counselor of the Kosovo Mission Fatmir Zajmi, Goodwill Ambassador of Vatra Emina Çunmulaj Nazarian, Deputy Commissioner of the Mayor's Office COS. International Affairs Aissata Camara.

The opening prayer was given by Imam Kukaj from the Albanian-American Islamic Center of Staten Island.

Mayor Eric Adams greeted everyone by showing the symbolism of raising the Albanian flag side by side with the American one.

A dance performance from the Ajkun Ballet Theater was also part of the program.



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