Yuri Kim: America has a true and bold ally like Albania

In the “Square, Mother Teresa” where even “ran” “Defender Europe 21” present were Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama, Ambassador of the United States of America to Albania Yuri Kim, President Ilir Meta and other prominent figures.

Kim in front of the audience said the US readiness guarantees the preservation of peace and the maintenance of two safe nations. Kim in her address adds that America has a true friend, a strong ally like Albania, adding that the relationship between the two countries is very important.

Kim stressed that “Defender 21” opens a real way for strategic co-operation between Albania and the US.

This is a historic moment. Our willingness, our ability guarantees the prevention of conflict, the preservation of peace, and the maintenance of our safe nations. Albanians and Americans working together and getting to know each other. I'm glad our uniformed soldiers feel the same way we diplomats wearing costumes in Albania. They are proud that the US calls Albania a friend and ally. As friends and allies, American and Albanian soldiers have been at each other's side in numerous conflicts. We know from those experiences, that America has a true friend, an ally that has no stronger than Albania”, is expressed.

“Defender Europe 21” is the largest military exercise to have been conducted in the Western Balkans and Albania is the main location.

Thousands of US troops, but other NATO allies, some of whom are represented, are showing an increase in military capabilities to co-operate together as military allies.

Over 28,000 soldiers, most of whom are Americans, have been engaged in this great military exercise.