Επαίνεσε τη συμμετοχή της Αλβανίας στις ειρηνευτικές επιχειρήσεις, τις οποίες χαρακτήρισε «τεράστια ευθύνη».
De Hoop Scheffer said Albania has made progress in reforming its military, saying, "Albania's aim for NATO integration is legitimate and needs to be supported." He commended Albania's participation in peacekeeping operations, which he described as "a huge responsibility".