Rama defends projects in Saban and Zvrinec: Patriotism is not measured by slogans

During his statement by Fier in the event for the 35th anniversary of the SP, Rama stressed that Saban has been and will remain the property of the Republic of Albania, clarifying that negotiations with investors for the island's development have been under way for more than two years and have not yet ended, reports the report. Euronews. al, broadcast Periscope.

According to him, the agreed model envisions that objects that will be built in private ownership, while surrounding spaces will remain state property. He added that the Albanian state would be a party to investment and would benefit revenue from the project.

“Why is the agreement not yet signed? Because negotiations continue and each side seeks to ensure the most favourable conditions”, Rama said.

The prime minister also responded to critics who have charged him with “, recalling that during his political career he has often faced similar labels. He provided an example of his visit to Serbia, where, according to him, he publicly defended Kosovo's independence.

Next, Rama compared today's protests to those of past years, arguing that Albania has changed significantly and that public debate can no longer develop with the same standards as at one time.

Speaking of the project in Zvrinec, he said that work is no longer based solely on initial ideas, but on the expertise of local and international specialists, who are also analyzing the environmental impact of planned development. /Periscope/