At the invitation of H.E. Dr Uran Ferizi, Ambassador of the Republic of Albania to the United Kingdom, on 24 June 2025, Consul Maurizio Bragagni paid an official visit to the Embassy of Albania in London for a cordial and constructive meeting focused on key international and regional developments.
Held in a climate of mutual respect and warm diplomatic friendship, the discussion provided an opportunity to strengthen the ties between the two countries and to reflect on shared values and priorities in the evolving global context.
A central point of discussion was Albania’s path toward European Union integration. Consul Bragagni reiterated the Republic of San Marino’s support for Albania’s integration into the EU, recognising the efforts made by Albanian institutions to align with EU standards and the importance of EU enlargement and Albanian contribution in promoting interfaith dialogue, fostering stability, prosperity, and cooperation in the Western Balkans.
The meeting also addressed the San Marino EU Association Process as a model of constructive engagement between small states and the European Union. The Consul shared San Marino’s perspective and experience in seeking a closer and more structured relationship with EU institutions, emphasising the value of inclusion, legal certainty, and mutual benefit.
Further, the conversation explored the broader theme of multilateralism and the growing importance of small states’ diplomacy in today’s interconnected world. Both sides underscored the crucial role that smaller nations can play in advocating for peace, dialogue, and sustainable development, particularly within multilateral frameworks such as the United Nations and the Council of Europe.
The discussion concluded with an exchange of views on the current state of international affairs, including challenges to the rules-based international order, global economic uncertainty, and climate-related concerns. Both the Consul and the Ambassador affirmed their commitment to maintaining an open and continuous dialogue, with the shared aim of contributing positively to international cooperation and mutual understanding.
