Changes to the structure of the highest military command are brought about by the new presidential decrees signed by the President of the Republic of Albania, Bajram Begaj, with interventions both in the Navy and at the level of the highest rank promotions.
According to the decisions that came into force immediately, the term of the previous commander of the Naval Force, Rear Admiral Adnand Dëfrim Agastra, is coming to an end, as he is being relieved of his duties as part of a broader restructuring of the military leadership.
His position is taken over by Vice Admiral Arsen Burhan Mullaj, who is appointed the new Commander of the Naval Force, with the main mission of continuing operational planning and enhancing the operational readiness of naval units.
At the same time, the President of the Republic proceeded to award the highest rank of Brigadier General to three senior officers of the Armed Forces, recognizing their service career and the positions of increased responsibility they hold.
Specifically, Colonel Razije Kadri Mehmeti, who serves as director of the Directorate of Political-Military Cooperation (J-9) of the General Staff, is promoted to the rank of Brigadier General. Colonel Fatmir Sadri Neziraj, director of the Directorate of Operations and Training (J-3/7) of the General Staff, is also receiving a corresponding promotion.
Colonel Edmond Abaz Voci, who serves as commander of the Air Force Control and Reporting Center, a key mechanism for the surveillance and coordination of airspace, is also promoted to the same rank.
The presidential decrees come into effect immediately, marking a new phase in the staffing and operation of the country's highest military hierarchy.
