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Albania's interior minister resigns
Prime minister nominated Sander Lleshi, former military official
27 October, 15:57
(AP-ANSA) - TIRANA - Albania's prime minister says the
country's interior minister has resigned. Writing in his Twitter
page Saturday, Prime Minister Edi Rama said he had accepted
Interior Minister Fatmir Xhafaj's resignation, without giving
any explanation. Rama then nominated Sander Lleshi, a former
military official, for the post. Lleshi must be approved by the
president and parliament before getting the job. Rama said
Lleshi will "bring new positive energy." Fighting organized
crime, drug trafficking and corruption are the top priorities
for Albania, which is looking to launch full membership
negotiations with the European Union next year. (AP-ANSA)
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