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Former NYC Mayor Eric Adams granted Albanian citizenship

Former New York City Mayor Eric Adams was granted Albanian citizenship, according to a special presidential decree.

Sequoia Cumming

Apr 10, 2026, 1:47 PM

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Former New York City Mayor Eric Adams was granted Albanian citizenship, according to a special presidential decree.

The decree was issued by Albanian President Bajram Begaj and is dated April 10.

Adams posted on X saying, "Honored to accept honorary Albanian citizenship, not just as a personal distinction, but as a reflection of the deep and lasting bond between New York City and the Albanian people."

The decision grants citizenship through a presidential order, rather than the usual naturalization process.

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