Berisha welcomes new PD leaders: Free vote is the basis of the party’s functioning

During a communication with the media, the chairman of the Democratic Party, Sali Berisha, congratulated the newly elected leaders in the structures of this political force. He stated that the process was carried out through the free vote of the National Council and that the new composition represents a significant rejuvenation, bringing new figures to leadership positions.

Berisha announced that last night the establishment of the institutions of the Democratic Party of Albania was completed.

He expressed gratitude to former colleagues Oerd Bylykbashi, Luçiano Boçi and Ivi Kaso, as well as to the DP secretaries, for their precious contribution.

Berisha guaranteed that he is determined to continue all-round cooperation with them. He also thanked Edi Paloka and all those who contributed during the past four years.

According to the DP leader, the election of new leaders by the free vote of the National Council demonstrates democratic functioning within the party.

He emphasized that Albanians have seen and continue to see a political force that has placed the free vote at the basis of its building and functioning.

A special congratulation Berisha addressed to Belind Këlliçi, Nikolla Kedhi and Erisa Bajaziti, who were elected for the first time as deputy chairpersons of the DP. He described them as personalities who represent large groups and strata of Albanian society, which previously had no representation in the leadership.

Berisha also congratulated the secretary general, Flamur Noka, on his re-election to the post he holds, with the votes of the DP National Council.

In the new structure, Klevis Balliu was elected organizational secretary, while Andi Mustadaj took the post of secretary for human resources management. Marash Logu was elected secretary for legal and electoral issues, Viola Kapedani secretary for public relations, Eva Metaj secretary for partner organizations and civil society, while Fjoralba Dizdari secretary for European integration.

The task of secretary for emigration and diaspora was entrusted to Ethem Aga, while Etjon Kapedani was elected secretary for the digitization of the DP. Gentian Kaprata took the post of secretary for infrastructure and territory.

Endira Bushati was elected secretary for property issues and the fight against corruption, Franc Nuri secretary for human rights, Shkëlqim Lepenica secretary for political prisoners, and Ylli Asllani secretary for local government. Erges Eskiu was elected secretary for citizen action.

To the commission, or party court, were elected Adriana Kalaja, Besart Logu, Shaqir Manjani, Suina Asllanaj and Gentian Koçi.

The Democratic leader specifically thanked all candidates who competed for these important posts. Regardless of the voting result, he assured them of his highest consideration and appreciation, expressing hope that cooperation with them will continue, as prominent personalities of the DP.

Berisha also appreciated Gazment Bardhi and the voting commission for the serious work done. At the same time, he publicly apologized to Lorenc Luka, who had sent a message to inform that he did not wish to run, but the message was read late.

In conclusion, Berisha declared that the leadership of the Democratic Party has undergone a great rejuvenation, with the inclusion of personalities who, according to him, are among the most prominent in their respective fields.