The President of the Republic, Bajram Begaj, congratulated Metropolitan Joan Pelushi on his election as the new Archbishop of the Autocephalous Orthodox Church of Albania.
"Many congratulations to the new Archbishop of Tirana, Durrës and all of Albania, His Grace, Monsignor Joanin!
"Under his leadership, the Autocephalous Orthodox Church of Albania will continue to be a strong pillar of faith, peace and spiritual values for believers and for the entire Albanian society," said President Begaj.
The election of the new Archbishop marks an important moment for the Orthodox community in Albania.
Metropolitan Joan Pelushi was elected head of the Autocephalous Orthodox Church of Albania following the passing of His Grace Anastasius two months ago. (A2 Televizion)
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