The strengthening of Eurojust’s position as the centre for operational judicial cooperation and coordination was reflected in 2018 by the 19% increase in the number of cases, the 15% increase in the number of coordination meetings and the further development of operational tools. In 2018, Eurojust supported 235 JITs, facilitated the execution of more than 700 European Arrest Warrants and supported the use of nearly 1 000 European Investigation Orders. Eurojust reinforced its operational cooperation with its partners and third States through a 22% increase in the number of common cases, and by welcoming two new Liaison Prosecutors, from Ukraine and the Republic of North Macedonia. In addition, Eurojust concluded a cooperation agreement with Albania and established 22 new contact points in third States.