Solemn “Doctor Honoris Causa” Ceremony Opens Events in Tirana within the Framework of the Opening Session of the World Law Congress

The opening session of the World Law Congress began today with the welcoming of the Board of the World Law Congress and the solemn ceremony for the awarding of Doctor Honoris Causa titles to distinguish international figures in the fields of law, economics, academia, and the arts, held at the University of Arts in Tirana.
The ceremony, organized jointly by Albanian universities and the World Law Foundation, marks one of the most important moments of academic life, where universities come together to honor five prominent international personalities with the title of “Doctor Honoris Causa.” Among them were Ricardo Hausmann, the renowned academic and economist; Javier Cremades, President of the World Jurist Association and one of the leading voices in the promotion and protection of the rule of law; Jose Luiz Manzano, Andi Hoxhaj, and Joze Manuel Ciria, who through their work and contributions have left a profound mark on the development of thought, art, and institutions at the international level.
The ceremony precedes the main day of proceedings, which will take place on May 7 at the National Theatre of Opera and Ballet. The two-day events are jointly organized by the World Jurist Association in cooperation with the Albanian Ministry of Justice.
Prime Minister Edi Rama attended the ceremony and delivered a speech honoring the conferral of the Doctor Honoris Causa title upon the renowned academic and economist Ricardo Hausmann. Prime Minister Rama described Professor Hausmann as one of the most distinguished minds of our time in the field of economic development and public policy.
The Prime Minister emphasized that Professor Hausmann is a rare economist who analyzes and directly contributes to shaping global transformations. Rama highlighted Hausmann’s role as an important partner and advisor to Albania, underscoring his unique approach to identifying and developing countries’ internal potential.
The Prime Minister described Hausmann as a valued mentor and friend of Albania and stressed that the professor’s contributions have had a tangible impact on the country’s approach to economic development, promoting a model based on knowledge, cooperation, and strengthening institutional trust.
Today’s ceremony marks the official start of a series of high-level events that will put Tirana at the center of international attention. These events will serve as a platform for dialogue on key issues related to the rule of law, development, and global cooperation.