Albania–Estonia relations

Albania–Estonia relations
Map indicating locations of Albania and Estonia

Albania
Estonia

Albania–Estonia relations are the bilateral relations between Albania and Estonia. Both countries are members of NATO, the Council of Europe and the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe. The diplomatic relations between Estonia and Albania were established on 17 January 1992.[1] Estonia has always supported Albania on its path to the NATO membership and the European integration into EU.

High level visits

1–2 October 2019 — Albanian President Ilir Meta visited Estonia; during the visit a Memorandum of Understanding on European Integration was signed.[2] The first official visit of Estonian President Alar Karis to Albania occurred in June 2023, focusing on EU and NATO cooperation especially in the realms of cybersecurity and digital governance.[3] 5 September 2024 Albanian President Bajram Begaj traveled to Estonia as part of his broader state visits to the Baltic region. Upon arrival, he was welcomed by President Alar Karis, with whom he conducted a bilateral meeting that prioritised the enhancement of relations between their respective nations. A key focus of their discussions was the proposal to establish a permanent direct flight route between Tallinn and Tirana, aimed at facilitating greater connectivity. Additionally, Begaj engaged with Minister of Defence Hanno Pevkur, aligning their objectives in accordance with NATO initiatives. He expressed profound appreciation for Estonia's collaborative efforts in the domain of cybersecurity, particularly in light of the significant cyberattack that occurred in 2022.[4]

Resident diplomatic missions

  • Albania is accredited to Estonia from its embassy in Warsaw, Poland.
  • Estonia is accredited to Albania from its embassy in Athens, Greece.

See also

References

  1. ^ https://punetejashtme.gov.al/en/newsroom/marredheniet-shqiperi-estoni/
  2. ^ https://arkiva.punetejashtme.gov.al/en/marredheniet-dypaleshe/marredheniet-shqiperi-estoni/
  3. ^ https://www.baltictimes.com/estonian_president_encourages_albania_to_continue_pursuing_eu_membership/
  4. ^ "Presidenti Begaj nga Talin i Estonisë: Lajm i mirë! Tashmë një linjë direkte ajrore Talin-Tiranë. Më shumë turistë drejt Shqipërisë, më shumë shkëmbime tregtare mes dy vendeve" (in Albanian). Presidenca. 5 September 2024. Archived from the original on 6 November 2024. Retrieved 16 October 2024.
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