Overview

• U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken visited Albania to reaffirm the strong U.S.-Albania partnership and to discuss regional stability and support for Ukraine.
• Blinken's visit highlighted Albania's role in protecting Ukrainian sovereignty and its importance as a key partner for stability in the Western Balkans.
• The visit comes amid concerns over escalating tensions in the Balkans, with Russia and Serbia potentially fueling instability in the region.
• Albania is set to host an international summit on Ukraine, demonstrating its active role in supporting Ukrainian sovereignty and territorial integrity.
• Blinken's trip to Albania precedes his attendance at the Munich Security Conference, underscoring the significance of U.S. engagement in European security matters.