The U.S. and Albania signed on Tuesday an extradition treaty, a cooperative law enforcement between the two jurisdictions, which modernizes the 1933 treaty between the two countries.

The treaty was signed by U.S Ambassador to Albania, Ms. Yuri Kim and the Albanian Minister of Justice Etilda Gjonaj.

In her word, the U.S. Ambassador said that this treaty provides a modern framework that will enable the United States and Albania to confront more effectively the dynamic challenges presented by transnational crime.

“This treaty no longer limits the extraditable offenses to a simple list. The scope is widened to reflect modern concepts in the fight against crime and the robust nature of our security relationship,” Ambassador Kim said, adding that the treaty provides for another powerful weapon to end the impunity of criminals attempting to hide behind borders.

Reiterating the crucial role that the U.S. has played in supporting Albania in its development as an effective and reliable partner for Euro-Atlantic law enforcement, the White House representative reassured that the U.S. will continue to stand with Albania and support its endeavor to advance judicial reform, despite all the challenges that it faces.

Meanwhile, the Albanian Minister of Justice said that this treaty is a clear sign of will from the Albanian government, in terms of law enforcement and strengthening the Rule of Law, and also proof of the unsparing support of the United States.

“The agreement serves as a clear and firm signal to all violators of the law, that no one will find any refuge to avoid the implementation of criminal law in the US or in Albania,” Minister Gjonaj said.

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