Prime Minister Rama talks to followers on Twitter and Facebook

24/08/2015 00:00

The government action against informality, due to begin in September, was among the most frequent topics followers of Prime Minister Edi Rama on Twitter and Facebook asked him today, in an open discussion on social networks. As has been the case lately, Rama strongly denied that this action is going to hurt mostly the poor, saying that this is a battle to protect them and honest businesses that regularly pay taxes.

He also said that with the success of this operation, the government will be able to raise wages. He urged people to strongly request receipts of goods they buy, even for just a cup of coffee.

On corruption in the customs service, Rama told social network users that the phenomena has seen drastic decrease, and also explained that high oil prices in Albania are due to the fact that the circulation tax is not paid separately here, like it happens in other countries in the region.

On the concerns about the high figures of Albanian asylum seekers reported by Germany, the Prime Minister explained for the first time that most of them are Albanians who left Greece because of the economic crises there, but repeated that no one will get asylum there.

While reassured followers for the good relationships with coalition partner, Ilir Meta, and confirmed that there will be no changes in the government, Rama promised harsh measures to tackle corruption, especially in the justice system. He commented also on the latest spat between Albanian and Greek governments, saying Athens interference in internal affairs of the country have decreased and suggested they need more time to understand Albania does not need wardship.

On frequent media appearances of former Prime Minister Sali Berisha, Rama responded to users questions by saying that he cannot do damage any more, and people have the choice now not to listen to him.

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