Why was Tirana chosen for the Summit? The EC President reveals the reason

The President of the European Council, Charles Michel, spoke at the joint conference with Prime Minister Edi Rama and the President of the European Commission, Ursula Von der Leyen.

Asked by the Albanian media why Tirana was chosen, Michel emphasized that it was the right place, while he congratulated Prime Minister Rama and the Albanian government for organizing such a magnificent event in such a short time.

Meanwhile, Von der Leyen emphasized that Albania has received 85 million euros in direct support for energy, and several projects are being financed, including three large photovoltaic parks.

Question: Why was Tirana chosen?

Michel: Because a few weeks ago it was proposed to hold this Summit here, and before we decided, Tirana seemed like the right place. I thank you Prime Minister, it was very impressive, in such a short time you did such a big thing. Not only was it good for Albania, but we have a clear signal that we convey to the citizens of the Western Balkans, we are convinced that our future is shared.

Von der Leyen: 85 million is direct budget support. There are a number of different projects that are already being approved. I know some of the projects are a large photovoltaic plant.