Skënder Sherifi, a distinguished francophone author, essayist, journalist, and scholar, has maintained a profound connection with Albania throughout his life. With a remarkable career in literature, media, and intellectual thought, Sherifi has built bridges between cultures, promoting Albanian identity and history within the francophone world and beyond. On October 17, 2025, a jubilee event in Brussels will honor his life and work, marking the first official recognition of an Albanian intellectual by Belgian institutions. The event, stands as a testament to his outstanding contribution to culture internationally.