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American professor: US priority for Albania remains security and the rule of law

Politiko 2026-06-02 23:01:00

American professor: US priority for Albania remains security and the rule of law

American professor and Balkan expert, Daniel Serwer, has commented on the US administration's priorities in Albania following the statements of US ambassador-designate, Eric Wendt.

In an interview with A2CNN, Serwer said that Washington is placing more importance on cooperation in the fields of security and economy, while emphasizing that the American commitment to strengthening the rule of law and support for SPAK remains unchanged.

"He (Wendt) seems to me to be a military man with a fulfilled career, and who made a professional statement, emphasizing economic and security cooperation with Albania. I think this seems like a very good idea," he said. 

Asked if Washington is giving more importance to security issues than democracy or political reforms in Albania, Serwer responded by saying "yes", but stressed that the US continues to have an important role in strengthening the rule of law.

"I think so. Washington has so far largely ignored what is happening internally in Albania and other Balkan countries. The exception to Albania has been precisely the rule of law, and there the US is playing an important role, as it is a foundation for economic cooperation and the development of the country in a capitalist society and this must continue and I hope that the EU will be in this joint effort and I believe it will be. It is not something new. They are simply showing that this administration is pursuing the same objectives as in the past ," he continued. 

Regarding American support for SPAK, Serwer expressed optimism that it will continue in the future. " I really hope so, and part of his statement said this," Serwer declared.  

 

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