“Combating violent extremism and strengthening the rule of law is our way forward. Our path in strengthening the rule of law and country’s economic development is the path to the future of new generations,” said Minister Hoxha.

One of the first steps in combating this phenomenon is to recognize and accept it as a problem in our society, said Minister Hoxha, and noted the presence of this problem in the most sensitive institutions: Correctional Centers.

“In order to combat this phenomenon, the Correctional Service has taken monitoring measures against radicalized inmates, and has also concluded a cooperation agreement with the Islamic Community”, said Minister Hoxha, mentioning the assistance of international partners, too.

The Minister said the a team of experts from ICITAP is working on the analysis of the situation as regards to radicalization in prisons in which case recommendations and a strategy on this issue is expected to be received.

“The fight against violent extremism is ongoing, it is a fight for values, mutual respect, and peace. It is a fight to help anyone who is a victim of violent extremism or compromised by such a phenomenon”, emphasised Minister Hoxha, and added that this fight will be won only with the help and contribution of all of us, especially of the civil society.

“Our path has only one direction and that is the rule of law, which requires the work and commitment of everyone, something I strongly believe we will demonstrate”, said the Minister of Justice, Dhurata Hoxha.