President Osmani has appointed Mrs. Mufera Srbica Şinik as a new CEC member
The President of the Republic of Kosovo Vjosa Osmani, in accordance with her powers, has appointed the new member of the Central Election Commission (CEC), Mrs. Mufera Srbica Şinik, proposed by the Turkish Democratic Party of Kosovo (KDTP). At the swearing-in ceremony before the President, the new CEC member stated that she will perform her duties as a CEC member of the CEC in an honest, loyal, impartial and professional manner.
President Osmani received historian Sir Noel Malcolm
The President of the Republic of Kosovo Vjosa Osmani received the historian Sir Noel Malcolm today. President Osmani’s full post: I had the honor of meeting Sir Noel Malcolm, a respected historian who has written extensively about the Balkans, with a particular focus on the history of Kosovo. Sir Noel Malcolm provided a valuable contribution during the preparation of our arguments in the process related to the legality of Kosovo’s independence at the International Court of Justice and for this I thanked him on behalf of the people of Kosovo.
President Osmani received the credentials of the new ambassador of Hungary to Kosovo Béla Boszik
The President of the Republic of Kosovo Vjosa Osmani received the credentials of the new ambassador of Hungary to Kosovo Béla Boszik, whom she congratulated on his new tenure and expressed the hope that during his mandate the bilateral relations between the two countries will further intensify. The good relations between the two countries, according to President Osmani, date not only from the 90s, during the time of President Rugova, but also from mutual historical efforts. The current political and security situation was discussed during a part of the meeting. President Osmani stated that Kosovo will continue its cooperation with allies and that the perpetrators of the terrorist attack and act of aggression on September 24th must be brought to justice. In this context, according to President Osmani, Serbia should be held responsible for the terrorist attack and act of aggression against the Republic of Kosovo. The expansion of interstate cooperation was also discussed, especially in the field of student exchange, and the potential for strengthening economic relations was also potentiated. Meanwhile, Ambassador Boszik committed to greater cooperation in various areas of mutual interest.
Address of the President of the Republic of Kosovo Vjosa Osmani to the members of the United Nations Security Council
The President: This year, we celebrated the ancient Albanian holiday, Lama’s Dinner, together with the Police of the Republic of Kosovo at the “Enver Zymeri” camp in Mitrovica
The President of the Republic of Kosovo Vjosa Osmani said that this year, we celebrated the ancient Albanian holiday, Lama’s Dinner, together with the Police of the Republic of Kosovo at the “Enver Zymeri” camp in Mitrovica. President Osmani’s full post: This year, we celebrated the ancient Albanian holiday, Lama’s Dinner, together with the Police of the Republic of Kosovo at the “Enver Zymeri” camp in Mitrovica, as a sign of gratitude and appreciation for the women and men in uniform who serve without fatigue to make us feel safe. In the presence of the families of the policemen who have fallen in the line of duty, including the family of the hero Afrim Bunjaku, we expressed the deepest gratitude of all of citizens of the Republic for those who gave their lives in defense of every inch of the territory of our country.
President Osmani received the credentials of the new non-resident ambassador of Canada to Kosovo
The President of the Republic of Kosovo Vjosa Osmani received today the new non-resident ambassador of Canada to Kosovo Ms. Jessica Blitt, on the occasion of her presentation of her letters of credence. President Osmani congratulated the ambassador on her new tenure and expressed deep gratitude for Canada’s support to Kosovo and for the excellent cooperation. Ambassador Blitt stated that on her part there will be greater engagement in various areas of mutual interest of both countries, especially in issues related to women’s empowerment and gender equality. The readiness to open new chapters of cooperation was confirmed, as well as the joint engagement to advance the Agenda for Women, Peace and Security was discussed at the meeting. Madam President also informed Ambassador Blitt with the latest developments in the field of security in the country and emphasized the great importance of continuation of the cooperation with allies, as well as the need to bring the perpetrators of the act of aggression of September 24th to face the justice.
The President of the Republic of Kosovo Vjosa Osmani received the Minister of National Defense of Türkiye, Yaşar GÜLER Madam President congratulated him on his appointment as a minister in the Republic of Türkiye and thanked Türkiye and in particular President Erdogan for his continuous support to the Republic of Kosovo. Cooperation in the field of defense was discussed during the meeting with the minister, with special emphasis on the training of the KSF and intensified exchange in order to advance the overall cooperation in the field of security was discussed at the meeting. Minister GÜLER confirmed the unwavering support for Kosovo. Minister also expressed his gratitude to the Republic of Kosovo for the solidarity and assistance that the Republic of Kosovo offered to Turkey following the devastating earthquake in this country. At the meeting, President Osmani also discussed the current security situation in Kosovo, as well as the act of aggression and the terrorist attack by Serbia that occurred on September 24th in the Republic of Kosovo, emphasizing that the guaranteeing and security defense in the country are a priority. She also confirmed the readiness and importance of cooperation with allies on this issue.
President Osmani received the credentials from the new non-resident ambassador of Ireland in Kosovo
The President of the Republic of Kosovo Vjosa Osmani received today the new non-resident ambassador of Ireland to Kosovo, Mr. Ragnar Almqvist, on the occasion of the presentation of his letters of credence. President Osmani congratulated the ambassador on his tenure, while Ambassador Almqvist added that there will be greater engagement on his part in various fields of mutual interest of both countries. At the meeting, both sides emphasized the very good relations between the two countries and their further expansion of our relations, with a special focus on cooperation in the exchange of experiences and best practices. Madam President thanked the ambassador for Ireland’s continuous support to the Republic of Kosovo in all international organizations, and especially for Ireland’s support to Kosovo’s application to the Council of Europe, as well as for the continuous support within the European Union. President Osmani also informed Ambassador Almqvist in greater detail with the current challenges that the Republic of Kosovo is facing, as well as the act of aggression committed by Serbia on September 24th.
The President: President Ahtisaari carved the framework of our state and his name will forever remain in the annals of the history of the Republic of Kosovo
The President of the Republic of Kosovo Vjosa Osmani wrote that today, a great figure of the global political scene, the chief negator for the status of Kosovo, the former president of Finland, Martti Ahtisaari, passed away. President Osmani’s full post: Today, a great figure of the global political scene, the chief negator for the status of Kosovo, the former president of Finland, Martti Ahtisaari, passed away. President Ahtisaari was the man who dedicated his whole life to peace, diplomacy and good of humanity and who had an extraordinary impact on our present and future! He carved the framework of our state, as his name will forever remain in the annals of the history of the Republic of Kosovo. The peacemaker and visionary will forever remain in the memory of the people of Kosovo!
President Osmani’s speech at the traditional informative-cultural event with the motto “Early detection – Survival”
Honourable participants, thank you all for joining us on this important day, Honourable Ministers, Honourable Ambassadors, Honourable Members of Parliament, Dear Mrs. Nafije Latifi, Distinguished guests, Ladies and gentleman, Dear children, Thank you to everyone who gathered here today as part of Pink Month, which is dedicated to breast cancer awareness. Breast cancer awareness is not a single month campaign but permanent care through all the days, all the months and all years, without distinction. It is a reminder for everyone to undergo regular check-ups as the best measure against the risk we face, for an early diagnosis, as this is the strongest weapon in fighting breast cancer. During this month, we honor all those who have fought and survived against this evil. At the same time, we lovingly remember all those we have lost and pledge to continue our joint engagement in raising awareness and strengthening hope. The pink ribbon reminds us that breast cancer knows no boundaries, age, gender, race, or social status. As the President of the country, I am committed every day to support and push forward the initiatives, which aim to raise awareness against breast cancer, but also direct support to those who need support. As around 400 women are affected by breast cancer a year, I have decided that every October, we will award 400 oncology packages to each affected woman. Of course, we need permanent mobilization for this cause, focused not only on a month, but on every day of the year, because just as cancer never stops, neither should we in our efforts to help those affected any way we can and as much as we can. Each of the stories of those affected by cancer is also a testimony of strength, courage, dedication and hope. Therefore, pink October is a symbol of hope and solidarity, because only by staying united can we help more of those who have hope in us. The dedication of those affected by cancer gives us reason to hope for a more optimistic future, perhaps even a future without cancer. Honouring the survivors, remembering the loved ones that we have lost, and committing each of us to increase our awareness and support for individuals affected by cancer, I invite you today from “Ibrahim Rugova” square, to join us in the awareness march. Thank you very much for your presence!