President Osmani received the German Ambassador Jörn Rohde
The President of the Republic of Kosovo Vjosa Osmani received the Ambassador of the Federal Republic of Germany to Kosovo Jörn Rohde today. Kosovo’s participation in COP28, the main global conference on climate change, as well as the next steps following the historic participation of the Republic of Kosovo at the head-of-state level, were discussed at the meeting. In this spirit, Ambassador Rohde expressed Germany’s willingness to continue supporting Kosovo in achieving objectives that contribute to addressing climate challenges in the country. The latest developments in the country and the possibilities of further expansion of cooperation between Kosovo and Germany were discussed at the meeting.
President Osmani met with the US ambassador to Kosovo Jeffrey Hovenier, and with the Director of the Office of South Central Europe at the US Department of State, Colleen Hyland
The President of the Republic of Kosovo Vjosa Osmani received in a regular meeting the Ambassador of the United States of America Jeffrey Hovenier, accompanied by the Director of the Office of South Central Europe at the US Department of State, Colleen Hyland. President Osmani discussed at the meeting the latest developments in the country, as well as concrete forms of advancing the partnership and cooperation with the United States of America.
Annual address of President Osmani to the Assembly of the Republic of Kosovo
Honourable Speaker of the Assembly, Mr. Konjufca, Honourable Prime Minister Kurti and the Government Cabinet, Honourable Members of the Assembly of the Republic, Honourable Ambassadors, Distinguished Guests, Dear Citizens of the Republic of Kosovo, I speak to you at the conclusion of a challenging year for our state. It has been a year of facing difficulties, particularly in the area of security. On 24 September, Kosovo confronted the most perilous situation since its independence. A terrorist and paramilitary group, funded, trained, and supported by Serbia, and most importantly, directed by the leadership of that state, executed an act of aggression with a clear plan to annex the north of Kosovo and cause destabilization not only in our country but also in the entire region. On this day, Kosovo faced an aggressor, elusive in action but apparent in ambition, with the clear intention of undermining the foundation of our state, the Republic for which many generations have fallen as martyrs. This attack, in the wake of Serbia’s chauvinistic and hegemonic ideas and plans, once again exposed the true face of our northern neighbour, whose eternal dream remains the realization of the fascist concept of the “Serbian World”. At this time when security has been drastically challenged throughout our continent, the nefarious plan to destabilize Kosovo and the region received the deserved response. In this confrontation, terrorists killed Police Officer Afrim Bunjaku, making him the most recent martyr and hero in the history of Kosovo, one of the many who fell defending the integrity and sovereignty of our state. They took one life but mobilized thousands of young men and women from our Police ranks, who on the very same day sent a clear message: Kosovo will not retreat, Kosovo will not break up and Kosovo will defend its borders in every corner and at any cost. No one and nothing will diver our Republic from its legitimate aspirations to make this country safe and dignified for all its citizens, without distinction. No one and nothing will divert our Republic from its legitimate aspirations to extend the rule of law throughout our territory, without any distinctions. Honourable Members of the Assembly, Dear participants, The attack on 24 September once again demonstrated the exceptional professionalism and courage of Kosovo’s security institutions. I want to express my deep gratitude to the Kosovo Police, the Kosovo Intelligence Agency, and all institutions involved in thwarting this aggression by Serbia. However, honourable members, the attack on 24 September is also a clear indicator that Serbia and its current political leadership are not interested in stable peace, good neighbourly relations, or concluding the dialogue process with Kosovo. Unfortunately, Vučić’s current policy mirrors the outdated policy of Milošević. Therefore, hegemonic ambitions have not ceased. Banjska was just a warning, and Serbia will therefore not abandon its dark plans. Essentially, with such actions, Serbia is striking all of Europe because it works for the interests of malignant factors aiming to strike the EU and NATO by destabilizing the Western Balkans. However, despite Serbia’s intentions, we are here, as we have been in earlier periods of history, as we were on 24 September, and as we will be every day forever to be the guardians of our Republic. Honourable Member of the Assembly, Precisely in difficult times, the people of Kosovo and its representatives have known how to unite around the cause of defending our state built with so many sacrifices. This was demonstrated after 24 September, when the entire political spectrum in the country came together in defense of our Republic, proving that we stand united in facing Serbia’s hegemonic policies. We, together, must keep standing firm and unyielding against attempts to harm our Republic. In such situations, there should be no party or ideological divisions; there must be unity, without any distinctions. The only lineup we need today is lining up on the side of our independent and sovereign state. The defense and existence of this state are a will inherited from the generations before us, so we have a duty to leave it stronger and more advanced for the generations to come after us. We are few to be divided and with distinct positions in situations like this, when only unity is the right answer to protect the sovereignty of our state. We have not overcome this risk, so we should not succumb to division and differences, but be united in our determination to confront Serbia and stand resilient and unwavering against security challenges. The Kosovo Police works tirelessly, facing continuous risks, but security is not solely their responsibility. It is a shared responsibility that falls upon each of us. Therefore, we must remain vigilant and united in the wake of such situations. Honourable Members of the Assembly, The dialogue process with Serbia is becoming increasingly difficult due to its non-constructiveness, obstructions and efforts to cause destabilization not only in Kosovo but also byon. The lack of balance and the approach of equal treatment in the dialogue has inflicted extremely significant damage on this process. Kosovo still faces unjust and disproportionate measures directly affecting the interests of its citizens. On the other hand, not imposing measures against Serbia for the act of aggression on 24 September and the attack on KFOR soldiers and journalists during May, unfortunately, has only encouraged this state to keep using violence. Such unequal treatment of the parties will be a blow to the credibility of the dialogue process and a major obstacle to its success. As you know, honourable members, Kosovo has recently received a proposal – a draft statute for an association of Serb-majority municipalities, drafted by our partners. While the drafters assess that such a draft complies with the Constitution, I want to emphasize that the institution that will need to make this assessment, guided by the principles of independence and professionalism, is the Constitutional Court of the Republic of Kosovo. It is important for all of us, regardless of party affiliation, to sit down together and collectively prepare our
President Osmani met with the Prime Minister of Italy Giorgia Meloni
The President of the Republic of Kosovo Vjosa Osmani met with the Prime Minister of Italy Giorgia Meloni in Brussels, where the European Union and the Western Balkans leaders’ summit is currently taking place. President Osmani’s full post: At the meeting with the Prime Minister of Italy Giorgia Meloni, I emphasized Italy’s important role in supporting our country through all stages. We count on Prime Minister Meloni’s leadership to advance our country’s path towards the EU.
The President: Kosovo has met the European Union requirements, measures must be lifted and candidate country status must be given
The President of the Republic of Kosovo Vjosa Osmani, who participated at the European Union and the Western Balkans leaders’ summit , said that Kosovo has met the European Union requirements. “Kosovo has met the European Union requirements. It is high time to see concrete steps undertaken by the EU: to lift the measures and give Kosovo the candidate country status. We are determined more than ever towards our European future,” wrote President Osmani.
President Osmani met in Brussels with the President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen
The President of the Republic of Kosovo Vjosa Osmani met with the President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen in Brussels, where the European Union and the Western Balkans leaders summit is taking place. President Osmani’s full post: At the meeting with the President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen in Brussels I reiterated the need to lift the EU measures against Kosovo while emphasizing the importance of granting Kosovo the EU membership candidate country status, as a clear signal that freedom-loving democratic countries, those committed to European values, have their place in the EU. We welcome the “Growth Plan” presented by President Von der Leyen, on which Kosovo has already presented a concrete reform plan.
President Vjosa Osmani’s statement before the commencement of the EU-Western Balkans Summit in Brussels
President Osmani departed to Brussels for the EU – Western Balkans leaders’ summit
At the invitation of the President of the European Council Charles Michel, the President of the Republic of Kosovo Vjosa Osmani departed today to Brussels where she will be representing the Republic of Kosovo at the European Union and the Western Balkans leaders’ summit. At the meeting of the EU and the Western Balkans leaders, President Osmani will discuss the need to accelerate the integration process in light of the ongoing security challenges in the region and beyond, commencing with support for the candidate country status for the Republic of Kosovo. Leaders of the EU and the Western Balkans, among other things, will also be discussing in Brussels the enlargement process and the European perspective of the countries of the Western Balkans, coordination with the EU common foreign and security policy as well as overcoming the common challenges. During the summit, President Osmani will also inform the heads of state and EU with the security situation in the country, following Serbia’s aggression on September 24th.
President Osmani met at the Doha Forum with the United Kingdom Member of Parliament Alicia Kearns
The President of the Republic of Kosovo Vjosa Osmani met at the Doha Forum with the Member of Parliament of the United Kingdom, Alicia Kearns. Madam President’s full post: Timely discussions with a dear friend of Kosovo, Alicia Kearns. At the Doha Forum, we discussed security developments in the region, as well as ways to further strengthen Kosovo-United Kingdom cooperation. Thanked her for the continuous support for our country.
Madam President at the Doha Forum: This visit served to reaffirm the commitment of both sides to the intensification of cooperation between our countries
The President of the Republic of Kosovo Vjosa Osmani, at the invitation of the Emir of Qatar, His Excellency Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al Thani, is participating at the Doha Forum. Full post: I returned to Doha, Qatar at the invitation of the Emir of Qatar, His Excellency Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al Thani, to participate in the Doha Forum. This visit served to reaffirm the commitment of both parties to intensify the cooperation between our countries in strategic fields and sectors. It was also an ideal opportunity to meet with representatives of allied countries, as well as potential partners with whom we share common objectives.