The British Ambassador to Albania Alastair King-Smith and the UK Envoy to the Western Balkans Sir Stuart Peach held a meeting today with the new President Bajram Begaj.
In a post on social networks, the British embassy in Tirana writes that King-Smith and Peach have praised Bajram Begaj's intention to serve the long-term interests of the Albanian people.
After the meeting, King Smith said they discussed the importance of regional security, rising energy and food prices, and ensuring higher standards in public office and appointments.
"We discussed the importance of regional security, addressing rising energy and food prices and ensuring higher standards in public office and appointments.
The Special Envoy, Sir Stuart Peach, is on a two-day visit to Albania with the aim of strengthening Britain's commitment to working with Albanian leaders and other leaders to promote strong democratic institutions and open societies throughout the region. .
"As close allies, we will work with President-elect Begaj for the United Kingdom and Albania to address common challenges and create new opportunities for cooperation for both our countries," said Ambassador Alastair King-Smith.