UN General Assembly
2023

Since gaining independence in 1912. my country has undergone significant territorial transformation. Currently. Albania boasts captivating urban and rural landscapes, which I wholeheartedly encourage everyone here to explore. I have mentioned that not merely to extend the invitation to visit Albania, but also to underscore the importance of the territorial transformation that lies before us. In the face of climate change, that challenge runs like a red thread through the 17 Sustainable Development Goals. I hope that my country and our nations can effectively address that challenge by safeguarding our natural resources and cultural heritage. Our approach should involve respecting the diversity of those resources and collaborating with communities engaged in both environmental causes and cultural preservation efforts. I firmly believe that that approach reinforces democracy — a political system uniquely capable of ensuring sustainable and fair development. It is in such a world that our younger generations can find joy and prosperity. Our collective efforts can pave the way for them to tell a story of successful collaboration — one that centres around us and this Organization.