Erion Veliaj Reinstated as Tirana Mayor by Albanian Court

The Constitutional Court of Albania has reinstated Erion Veliaj as the Mayor of Tirana, reversing his dismissal by the Municipal Council. This overturned decision prevented the scheduling of special city elections and emphasized the importance of democratic governance processes.

Veliaj's removal had been contested due to his involuntary detention, which the Court declared unconstitutional. This resolution upholds the principle that elected officials should not be removed without due process. Veliaj, who spoke publicly for the first time following his arrest, highlighted the baseless nature of the charges against him.

Kasowitz LLP and Mishcon de Reya, representing Veliaj, hailed the ruling as a significant triumph for democracy and the rule of law, both locally and globally. Observers consider it a pivotal moment for Albania's legal system, reiterating the rule of law's primacy. Veliaj continues his mission to transform Tirana into a leading European city.