Prime Minister Edi Rama addressed the large-scale protests that occurred in the capital on Saturday, June 20, via social media. In response to a citizen’s post, Rama stated that Albanians in North Macedonia are not merely a diaspora community, but rather citizens of a neighboring state who constitute an integral part of that nation alongside ethnic Macedonians. He extended a similar assertion regarding Albanians in Kosovo, noting that they possess their own independent state.
The Prime Minister emphasized that portraying themselves in Tirana as a “diaspora” and displaying national flags in that manner negatively impacts the regional image of Albanians. Furthermore, Rama commented on the use of the UÇK flag during the Tirana protests, characterizing it as an inappropriate use of a symbol associated with the Kosovo war. Rama’s comments suggest a desire to redefine the political status of Albanian populations in neighboring territories.
By framing these groups as inherent components of neighboring states, he seeks to shift the narrative away from a purely diasporic identity. His remarks highlight ongoing discussions regarding national representation and political symbolism in the context of recent public demonstrations.
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Prime Minister Edi Rama used social media to address the large-scale protests that took place in the capital on Saturday, June 20. In response to a citizen’s post, Rama asserted that Albanians residin