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OSCE concerned about tensions in Albania
VIENNA 29 November 2000
VIENNA, 29 November 2000 - The OSCE Chairperson-in-Office, Austrian Foreign Minister Benita Ferrero-Waldner, expressed her deep concern today about the increasing tensions in Albania.
She also condemned the attack on public institutions in Bajram Curri on 28 November, which led to the tragic loss of human lives.
"During my visit to Tirana on 13 November, I was pleased to see that progress had been made in strengthening public security," Ms. Ferrero-Waldner said. "It is of essential importance for Albania that public security is maintained and further enhanced. I call on all sides to show utter restraint and to avoid any use of force. Political goals have to be pursued by democratic and non-violent means."
She also condemned the attack on public institutions in Bajram Curri on 28 November, which led to the tragic loss of human lives.
"During my visit to Tirana on 13 November, I was pleased to see that progress had been made in strengthening public security," Ms. Ferrero-Waldner said. "It is of essential importance for Albania that public security is maintained and further enhanced. I call on all sides to show utter restraint and to avoid any use of force. Political goals have to be pursued by democratic and non-violent means."