Mr. Ermir Dobjani

People's Advocate

Bulvd. Deshmoret e Kombit, No 3

Dear Mr. Dobjani:

With the release of the 2005 Human Rights Report for Albania by the United States Department of State this week I would like to take this opportunity to thank you and your staff for assistance in this endeavor. With sustained commitment to and support for human rights, we are confident that Albania's record will continue to improve.

                                                              Sincerely, 

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              Marcie B. Ries