In a move that has stirred concerns and garnered varied reactions on the international stage, Albania has decided to partially suspend its visa-free agreement with Belarus. The decision was made on Wednesday by the Council of Ministers, upon the proposal of the Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs, Igli Hasani.
 |
| Belarus Passport on a table |
The partial suspension of the agreement will apply only to diplomatic and service passports.
Council of Ministers' Decision
Decision on the Partial Suspension of the Agreement between the Council of Ministers of the Republic of Albania and the Government of the Republic of Belarus on the Mutual Abolition of Visa Requirements
In accordance with Article 100 of the Constitution and Article 30 of Law No. 43/2016, "On International Agreements in the Republic of Albania," with the proposal of the Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs, the Council of Ministers
Decides:
► The partial suspension of the agreement between the Council of Ministers of the Republic of Albania and the Government of the Republic of Belarus on the mutual abolition of visa requirements, approved by Decision No. 152, dated 19.2.2020, of the Council of Ministers.
► The partial suspension of the agreement applies only to diplomatic and service passports.
This decision enters into force immediately and is published in the Official Gazette.
The decision marks a significant development in the diplomatic relations between Albania and Belarus, reflecting a reassessment of visa policies in light of evolving circumstances. It is likely to have implications for diplomatic travel and exchanges between the two countries and may signal broader shifts in Albania's approach to visa-free agreements.