President of the Republic, Ilir Meta has held a meeting this Saturday with representatives of the Arberesh community in Italy. 

Through a post on Facebook, the head of state emphasized that he was surprised by the preservation of the language, culture and traditions by the people of Arbëresh.

"Meetings with representatives of the beloved Arberesh community are always exciting. Happy to warmly welcome the Vice Mayor of Arbëresh Municipality of Ururi, Molise, Mr. Emiliano Plescia and the Councilor for Culture of this Municipality, Mr. Roberto Anzivino. 

It is impressive and inspiring to learn about their efforts to inherit from generation to generation the language, culture and traditions of the "Great Weather" of Gjergj Kastrioti Skënderbeu, which deserve to become part of UNESCO as soon as possible. 

It is vital for the protection and strengthening of our national identity to support and help the people of Arbëresh to preserve this historic and cultural wealth, a common value of Albania and friendly Italy. 

I welcomed with great pleasure the invitation to visit the Municipality of Ururi and I will contribute with much love to the enrichment of its library with books and publications in the Albanian language", declared Meta.