The article describes a meeting between Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni at the European Political Community Summit in Tirana. The unusual act of Rama kneeling before Meloni is highlighted.
Rama's kneeling gesture, though seemingly unconventional, is presented as a symbol of their diplomatic efforts to reach a migrant deal. Meloni's amused reaction suggests a level of cordiality and understanding between the two leaders.
The article notes the differing political stances of Rama (socialist) and Meloni (conservative), emphasizing the surprising synergy between them despite their ideological differences.
A humorous element is added by highlighting the significant height difference between the two leaders, with Meloni jokingly attributing Rama's kneeling to an attempt to match her height.
The underlying theme is the collaboration between Albania and Italy to address migrant issues, underscored by the unusual display of respect and cooperation between their leaders.
A formal handshake and official photo just wasn’t enough.
As Giorgia Meloni, the Italian prime minister, strode down the red carpet laid out for leaders arriving in Tirana for the European Political Community Summit on Friday, Edi Rama, the Albanian prime minister, cast aside his umbrella and knelt down on one knee in the rain, his hands held in prayer position.
“Edi, no” Meloni said, smiling, as she approached him.
“He only does this to be as tall as me,” she then joked in English to the gathered journalists as he stood and they embraced.
Mr Rama, who is 6 foot 7 inches, towers over Ms Meloni, who at 5 foot 3 inches is one of the most petite European leaders.
But they are not only different in physical stature.
He is leader of the socialist party of Albania, while she is on the conservative Right end of Europe’s political spectrum, yet there is apparent synergy.
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