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Day of German unity: Albania, a reliable partner for over three decades

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By Susanne Schà¼tz* On this 3rd of October, 28 years ago, German reunification was sealed and brought to an end the painful division of Europe into East and West. For Albania, too, this meant the end of decades of dictatorship and isolation and the return of your country into the midst of the European family of states. I am delighted that we are also celebrating a very special anniversary this year: 30 years ago, in June and October 1988, just a few months after the re-establishment of our diplomatic ties, the representatives of our two countries signed the agreements about…

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