Bulgarian MEP Andrey Kovatchev has reacted to the protests in Albania, expressing support for the demands of young people. In a post on the social network X, Kovatchev stressed that young people are demanding more than promises, underlining the importance of their voices being heard and their concerns being taken seriously. The MEP’s message comes at a time when protests in the country have brought young people’s demands for change and accountability from institutions back into focus.
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Albania’s youth demand more than promises: they want accountability, an end to corruption, and a European future built on democracy and the rule of law. Their voices must be heard, their concerns taken seriously, and their right to peacefully challenge those in power protected.
The freedom of assembly and expression must be exercised peacefully. Violence is unacceptable, whether from protesters or from security forces, and all allegations must be investigated with due process and accountability. Europe wants to welcome an Albania committed to our European values.
Albania’s youth demands more than promises: they want accountability, an end to corruption, and a European future built on democracy and the rule of law. Their voices must be heard, their concerns taken seriously, and their right to peacefully challenge those in power protected.
— Andrey Kovatchev (@andreykovatchev) October 21, 2026