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Irish Embassy Athens retweeted
Dënojmë me forcë përshkallëzimin e dhunës gjatë protestës dhe shkatërrimin e pronës publike dhe private.
U bëjmë thirrje protestuesve të tregojnë vetëpërmbajtje dhe të shmangin çdo akt dhune. Dhuna nuk ka vend në demokraci.
Liria e tubimit dhe e shprehjes janë të drejta themelore dhe vlera thelbësore evropiane. Ato duhet të respektohen dhe të ushtrohen në mënyrë paqësore.
Dialogu konstruktiv mes të gjitha palëve është e vetmja rrugë përpara për të adresuar shqetësimet legjitime.
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We strongly condemn the violent escalation at the protest and the destruction of public and private property.
We call on protestors to exercise restraint and to refrain from any acts of violence. Violence has no place in democracies.
Freedom of assembly and expression are fundamental rights and core European values. They should be respected and exercised peacefully.
Constructive dialogue between all stakeholders is the only way forward to address genuine grievances.
Irish Embassy Athens retweeted
Ireland has been elected to the UN Human Rights Council for 2027-2029!
Throughout our campaign, Ireland promised to be a consistent voice & committed partner for human rights. That commitment remains unchanged as we prepare to begin our term on the Council.
#IrelandHRC
Irish Embassy Athens retweeted
“Consumers in Albania are entitled to the same standards as those in the European Union, including safe food, high-quality products, and fair treatment.”
European Commissioner 🇪🇺 for Democracy, Justice, the Rule of Law and Consumer Protection, Michael McGrath, shares the first message of our consumer protection campaign in Albania. 🇦🇱
From food safety to online shopping and financial services, in the weeks ahead we will share practical information about your rights and what to check before making a choice. Because Albania’s path towards the EU also means stronger protection in everyday life: safer food, clear prices and fair treatment for every consumer.
Check carefully. Choose wisely. 🔍
#EuropeIsHere #ConsumerProtection #FoodSafety
Irish Embassy Athens retweeted
☘️As one of the world’s oldest languages, Irish has many rich sayings and proverbs (seanfhocail) that have lasted through the centuries.
To mark the European Day of Languages, swipe to discover some timeless Irish wisdom captured in these ancient seanfhocail 👉
Irish Embassy Athens retweeted
Today in Tirana, at the Interparliamentary Conference “The Strategic Agenda for EU Enlargement and Albania’s Path to Membership,” together with colleagues from EU Member States, diplomats, and key stakeholders in the European integration process.
In my remarks, I underlined the importance of the Parliament’s role in this process: parliamentary responsibility, oversight of reforms, and the alignment of our legislation with European standards.
EU integration is our strategic choice, and it is our daily work.
Irish Embassy Athens retweeted
A valuable meeting with the Irish delegation that have the EU Presidency for this 6 month term in the framework of the Strategic Agenda for EU Enlargement.
Together with @barrymward Chair of the Oireachtas Joint Committee on European Union Affairs, and @IrlEmbAthens Ciara O’Floinn, we discussed Albania’s European perspective and the need to accelerate its EU integration process.
We share the conviction that Albania should move faster towards the European Union. However, integration is not merely a matter of negotiations, technical benchmarks or deadlines. It requires a fundamental transformation in the way our state is built and governed.
Joining the European Union means governing according to European standards: strong and independent institutions, transparency, accountability, fair competition and respect for the rule of law.
Albania needs a faster pace of integration, but above all it needs genuine, sustainable reforms that improve the everyday lives of its citizens. Europe must be more than our political destination—it must become our daily standard of governance. 🇦🇱🇪🇺🇮🇪
Amb. O’Floinn visited the College of Europe in Tirana this week to discuss Ireland’s priorities for our Presidency of the Council of the EU.
The Ambassador was delighted to meet Eoin O’Donnell & Egzon Zefi, attending the CoE on Department of Foreign Affairs & Trade scholarships.
Ireland is the feature country at the 2026 #Animasyros Festival in Syros!
Amb. O’Floinn was honoured to speak at the opening ceremony alongside Ronan McCabe & Moe Honan of @animateireland
The festival features a great lineup of Irish film & Irish-led workshops and discussions.
Η Ιρλανδία είναι η τιμώμενη χώρα του #Animasyros 2026!
Η Πρέσβης O’Floinn μίλησε στην έναρξη, μαζί με τους Ronan McCabe και Moe Honan του @animateireland.
Το Φεστιβάλ περιλαμβάνει ένα εξαιρετικό πρόγραμμα ιρλανδικών ταινιών, εργαστηρίων και συζητήσεων.
Irish Embassy Athens retweeted
The 22nd meeting of the EU-Albania Stabilisation and Association Parliamentary Committee took place today in Tirana.
“Congratulations to Albania on its steady progress towards EU integration, including the provisional closure in July of its first three negotiating chapters. This is an important step that makes EU membership a more tangible prospect, while also marking a more demanding phase that will require continued reforms and strong parliamentary oversight.
And the SAPC has a specific contribution to make in this regard as it brings together the Albanian and European Parliaments to exchange views, share experience, and support the Albanian Assembly.
The EU remains fully committed to supporting Albania in this process,” said EU Ambassador Sofia Moreira de Sousa in her remarks.
Under Ireland’s Presidency of the Council of the EU, Ambassador O’Floinn spoke at the 22nd meeting of the EU-Albania SAPC in Tirana today.
Advancing EU enlargement is a priority of Ireland’s Presidency & we look forward to supporting Albanian progress towards EU membership. 🇦🇱🇪🇺
Irish Embassy Athens retweeted
To celebrate the Irish Presidency of the EU each county in Ireland has been paired with an EU member state.
The CSO has developed commemorative infographics highlighting these ties.
This week: Dublin + Greece
💻 infographic: eu2026.cso.ie/en/CountrySpot…
#Ireland2026EU
Irish Embassy Athens retweeted
As the world readies for UN High-Level Week, Ireland’s campaign for a seat on the Human Rights Council from 2027-29 enter its final phase.
Find out why the Council matters to Ireland and the world by watching our video and reading more online at ireland.ie/en/un/human-right…
Ambassador O’Floinn spoke today at the launch of the 2026 #Animasyros festival which begins next week in Syros.🍿
The Embassy, together with @culture_ireland & @animateireland, is delighted that this year’s festival will have a special focus on the Irish animation industry. 🎥🎞️
Σήμερα, η Πρέσβης O’Floinn απηύθυνε χαιρετισμό στην παρουσίαση του προγράμματος του #Animasyros 2026. 🍿
Η Πρεσβεία, μαζί με τα @culture_ireland και @animateireland, καλωσορίζει με ιδιαίτερη χαρά τη φετινή έμφαση του φεστιβάλ στον ιρλανδικό κλάδο του animation. 🎥 🎞️
The Embassy joined the Ukrainian community in Greece & the diplomatic corps to mark Ukrainian Independece Day. Amb O’Floinn delivered remarks on behalf of Ireland’s EU Presidency. Ireland & the EU stands with Ukraine & its people in the face of Russia’s brutal war of aggression.
