Albanian British Chamber of Commerce and Industry ABCCI
British Prime Minister to Visit Albania Ahead of European Political Community Meeting, as confirmed by the Albanian Prime Minsiter on his podcast on 10th April 2025.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is scheduled to visit Albania prior to attending the European Political Community (EPC) meeting on May 16th. This diplomatic visit underscores the UK’s continued engagement with European partners despite Brexit.
The European Political Community, initially proposed by French President Emmanuel Macron, serves as a platform to strengthen relations and coordinate policies among European nations during times of crisis. The upcoming meeting will bring together leaders from across Europe to discuss shared challenges and opportunities for cooperation.
Prime Minister Starmer’s visit to Albania ahead of the EPC gathering highlights the UK’s interest in maintaining strong bilateral relationships with European nations while participating in broader regional forums. This marks one of Starmer’s significant diplomatic engagements in the region since taking office.
The visit comes at a time when Europe faces numerous challenges requiring coordinated responses, including energy security, economic stability, and regional security concerns.
