
Albania officially joined NATO on April 1, 2009, and today marks 14 years since that marked day. The American embassy in Tirana also reacted to this case.
In a post on social networks, the embassy appreciates the contribution made by Albania during these years in Alenace. " Albania has shown its commitment to promoting peace and security and has played a vital role in supporting NATO-led missions and operations.
As a proud ally and partner, the United States values our strong partnership with Albania and looks forward to continuing to work together toward our shared goals for a more secure and prosperous future," the statement said .
Meanwhile, President Bajram Begaj also reacted. He writes on social networks that Albania is proud to contribute to peace and security. " 14 years of Albania in NATO! Proud to be part of the most powerful and successful alliance in the world! Proud to be a contributor to peace and security ," writes Begaj.
Albania participated for the first time as a full member of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization in the summit held in Strasbourg/Kehl on April 4, 2009, while on April 7, 2009, at the headquarters of the Alliance in Brussels, held the official ceremony of raising the flags of Albania and Croatia in NATO.