'An ambassador will see eye to eye with Edi Rama!' Why did the donor say this about the American candidate for ambassador to Albania?
2026-05-21 08:36:10
TiranaPost
"An ambassador will see eye to eye with Edi Rama!" This joke by the American senator attracted attention during the hearing for Eric Wendt, the US President's nominee for ambassador to Albania.
During her speech in the US Senate, Senator Jeanne Shaheen spoke about the relations between the US and Albania, describing them as strong and of strategic importance.
With a touch of humor, she said that Wendt, due to his height, will be "eye to eye" with Prime Minister Edi Rama, even adding that he could become part of the "Tall Men's Club."
The US senator also touched on the justice reform in Albania, praising SPAK's work in the fight against corruption and organized crime. According to her, SPAK represents one of the most important examples of American support for strengthening democracy and institutions in the country.
Eric Wendt is expected to take over as head of the US embassy in Tirana at a time when relations between the two countries are considered to be at an important stage of political and strategic cooperation.
