Marine forces, Xhaçka: Remaining in the Aegean Sea even in 2019

Marine forces, Xhaçka: Remaining in the Aegean Sea even in 2019

At the 93rd anniversary of the creation of the Marine Force, at a ceremony held in Command, the Defense Minister spoke about increasing its operational capacity and modernizing it with equipment and sailing vessels.

Minister Xhaçka appreciating the professionalism of Albanian officials said that NATO's "Sea Guardian" mission will continue in 2019.

“It's been two years since the beginning of this difficult mission and our presence there is highly appreciated and demanded by the operation's leaders.

“Our marines have returned to heroes and have saved thousands of lives from sailing to the sea.

“We are determined to be again present in this region together with our Allies also in the following year,” said Olta Xhaçka.

This anniversary of the Marine Forces coincides with the 100th anniversary of the birth of the most enduring Admiral of the Naval Fleet, Abdi Mati with 28 years of service.

In honor of Abdi Mati, his family published a photo album with historical facts about the New Arrivals and Naval Fleet figures in the years 1945 - 1992.


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