U.S. ambassador in Tirana Eric Wendt meets the head of SPAK, details of the meeting revealed

The United States ambassador in Tirana, Eric Wendt, has met the leaders of the Special Structure Against Corruption and Organised Crime (SPAK), with discussions focusing on challenges linked to transnational crime, narcotics trafficking and illegal migration.

In a post on social media, the U.S. Embassy in Tirana said these issues are among the top priorities of U.S. President Donald Trump.

During the meeting, Ambassador Wendt and the SPAK leaders discussed the role of independent institutions in facing these challenges, as well as cooperation between the two countries in the field of security and the fight against crime.

“The fight against transnational crime, narcotics trafficking and illegal migration is among the top priorities of President Donald Trump,” the U.S. Embassy’s statement said.

According to the Embassy, the partnership between the United States and Albanian institutions aims to contribute to strengthening security and creating a safer and more prosperous future for both countries.