President Begaj makes the decision, grants Albanian citizenship to singer Dua Lipa

The President of the Republic Sh. TZ Bajram Begaj granted Albanian citizenship to Dua Lipa, the singer of Albanian origin, already famous all over the world.

Today, President Begaj received the well-known artist and appreciated her talent, artistic spirit and her commitment to support social causes.

"It is a special pleasure that today we welcome the great artist Dua Lipa. I say great artist, but she is also a simple girl, who has given the greatest pride to us, Albania, Kosovo and wherever there are Albanians in the world. The Albanian youth has you as an example and you have shown that dreams can be achieved by working harder and harder. You have made all Albanians together! Therefore, I am pleased to grant you Albanian citizenship", said President Begaj.

Already a world music star, Dua Lipa was born in London on August 22, 1995 in an Albanian family from Kosovo. She was educated between London and Pristina, where her family settled after the declaration of Kosovo's independence in 2008.

Innate talent and dedication to the world of music and art helped him climb the artistic career ladder with courage and determination from a young age.

She already has many awards and accolades for her contribution to music and art, including three Grammy Awards.

Her sensitivity to social issues in different countries of the world has engaged Dua Lipa with UNICEF, in support of campaigns for children's rights.
After the November 26, 2019 earthquake in Albania, Lipa asked her fans for support and donations and organized a fundraising campaign with Albanian designers, the proceeds of which went to the families of the earthquake victims.