Great Powers recognize an independent Albanian state. 1914 Prince Wilhelm of Wied is installed as head of the Albanian state by the International Control Commission. I ends, with Italian armies occupying most of Albania, and Serbian, Greek and French armies occupying the remainder. Italian and Yugoslav powers begin struggle for dominance over Albanians. This decision is vetoed by American president Wilson.
Albanian government moves to Tirana, which becomes the capital.
Albania forces Italy to withdraw its troops and abandon claims on Albanian territory. Albania is admitted to the League of Nations as sovereign and independent state. Popular Party, led by Xhafer Ypi, forms government with Ahmet Zogu as minister of internal affairs. Ecumenical patriarch in Constantinople recognizes the Autochephalous Albanian Orthodox Church. Ahmet Zogu assumes position as Prime Minister.