Conference on economic development of the Balkans

A conference entitled "The Economic Development of the Balkans, an Important Factor for the establishment of Security and Peace in the Region" was held in the Albanian capital, Tirana, on 17-18 November. The role of the EU and NATO in the implementation of the Stability Pact, economic cooperation and stability in the region and, more specifically, economic priorities for Albania were debated.

It attracted high-level representatives from Albanian political, military and academic circles, from NATO, Atlantic Associations and from diplomatic representations and international organisations based in Albania. The event was organised by the Albanian Atlantic Association and co-sponsored by NATO.