The Acting President of the Republic of Kosovo, Albulena Haxhiu, on International Youth Day, hosted a group of young people at the Assembly of the Republic of Kosovo.
Acting President Haxhiu, addressing the attendees, said that I want you to see this day not only as just a visit to the Assembly of the Republic of Kosovo, but also as an opportunity to bring your voice, energy, ideas and vision to a place where decisions are made that directly affect the lives of the citizens of the Republic of Kosovo.
“Today, all you here are from different fields and profiles, but you are united by one very important thing: each of you has chosen to do something, to create something or to build something. Some of you write codes and build applications, some deal in music, theater, some in film, some train every day to compete and represent our Republic. While, some others have started a small business, with few resources but with a lot of work, with a lot of courage and with a lot of faith in what you do. There are also those of you who study, research, debate, on issues related not only to your future, but also to the future of the Republic of Kosovo”, said Acting President Haxhiu.
Meanwhile, for those who have come from abroad, Acting President Haxhiu said that this shows that distance does not diminish the connection with Kosovo.
“On the contrary, many of you carry Kosovo with you wherever you go through your work, your success, your language, your culture, but also the contribution you make. Each of you has a unique story and a different path, but you all have something in common: you have everything you can give to the country. And, precisely for this reason, your presence today in an important institution like the Assembly of the Republic of Kosovo is very important. Today you will present your work, your talent and your successes before us, and it is a great pleasure for us to see you and listen to you attentively”, affirmed Acting President Haxhiu.
According to her, beyond today’s presentations, it is important that the voice of young people is heard even when this day ends.
“We know that you don’t always find the space and opportunities you need, that many good ideas wait a long time for an opportunity, and that often the path to success is harder than it needs to be. However, I encourage you to continue, to continue to learn, work, create, compete and build, because I am very convinced of your potential and the belief you have in yourself. And this is exactly what we should see as a society and as institutions, not only the potential of young people but also our responsibility to create the opportunity for them to turn this potential into success”, emphasized Acting President Haxhiu.
She further said that the Republic of Kosovo was built by generations that gave much for the freedom and right that we today build our lives on in a free and independent country.
“Your generation has a duty to make this freedom a real opportunity for every young person who wants to learn, work, create and build their future here. Our commitment must be to a Kosovo where a young man or woman can have a good education, honest work and the opportunity to move forward without having to leave the country to fulfill themselves. A Kosovo where work and talent have weight, where merit is appreciated and where justice applies equally to everyone”, said Acting President Haxhiu.
Acting President Haxhiu encouraged them not to give up on their ideas even when the path ahead seems difficult.
“Do not be afraid, demand more from institutions, from society and from yourself. Kosovo needs your energy, your creativity, your knowledge, but also your courage. I thank you for being here today at the Assembly, but above all I thank you for what you give to our Republic every day! Where you live, where you learn, where you create, where you compete but also where you work”, emphasized Acting President Haxhiu.
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