Këlliçi: European Parliament debate exposed the crisis in Rama’s government; free elections and a technical government are needed

Democratic Party MP Belind Këlliçi responded to discussions held today in the European Parliament, interpreting the MEPs’ remarks as direct criticism of Edi Rama’s government.

Këlliçi singled out statements by the chair of the Committee on Foreign Affairs, David McAllister, saying they dealt a blow to the prime minister, his government and its propaganda.

According to the Democratic Party MP, the debate identified corruption, injustice, arrogance and police brutality as causes of the anger and protests in Albania.

He also rejected Prime Minister Rama’s account that foreign agents, the Antifa movement, or domestic organizers and coup plotters were involved in the protests, describing it as government propaganda.

“It is his scandals, corruption in every sector and criminal involvement that have plunged Albania into crisis,” Këlliçi said.

The Democratic Party MP claims that Brussels has sent a clear message that Rama must leave office to ensure free and fair elections.

In closing, Këlliçi said the European Parliament had recognized the reality of the protests in the country and proposed the formation of a technical government as a solution, followed by free and fair elections.