First Gentleman Prindon Sadriu invited to the White House at the Summit hosted by First Lady Melania Trump
The First Gentleman of the Republic of Kosovo, Mr. Prindon Sadriu, has received an official invitation from the First Lady of the United States, Mrs. Melania Trump, to participate at the international summit to be held at the White House in March. The summit will be dedicated to First Lady Melania Trump’s initiative “Fostering the Future Together,” which Kosovo joined in September of 2025. This global White House initiative will make advanced technologies, including artificial intelligence, available to support children, parents, and educators, while ensuring the protection of young people from online threats. The world’s largest technology companies have pledged to provide these tools at no cost or at very low cost to Kosovo and other participating countries. First Lady Trump’s initiative also ties in with President Osmani’s priorities to protect children’s rights from digital threats and to develop the information technology sector in line with the interests of children. The Presidency of Kosovo will contribute with concrete commitment to supporting this initiative, through plans that have already been presented to President Trump’s Administration. Kosovo’s participation at this summit underscores our commitment to strengthening the alliance with the United States of America, to advance the well-being and development of the new generation, and to further strengthen the strategic partnership with the United States of America.
President Vjosa Osmani’s address on the 50th anniversary of the Kosovo Academy of Sciences and Arts
Thank you very much! Honorable President Begaj Honorable Prime Minister Kurti, Honorable President Sejdiu, Honorable President of the Academy, Mr. Kraja Honorable President of the Academy of Sciences of Albania, Mr. Gjinushi, Esteemed academicians, Representatives of the institutions of the Republic of Kosovo as well as representatives from academies of countries in the region and all of Europe, Honorable participants, The Kosovo Academy of Sciences and Arts is the center where our political thought was shaped and the institution where the ideas that gave direction, meaning and foundation to our state were born. For five decades, Kosovo academics have worked in extremely difficult circumstances from time to time, but the goal was to protect the language, protect the culture and above all to protect the national interest. They have contributed to political, educational and cultural formation and have connected our country with world centers of knowledge, they have articulated ideas that have given meaning to our path to a society of values and a modern state integrated into Euro-Atlantic institutions. At every stage of our history, the Academy has been one of the institutions that has not given up. Studies, archives, publications, literary and artistic creativity have also kept our dream of freedom and state alive. Therefore, on this jubilee anniversary, we remember with gratitude all those who gave their toil and sweat, and many of them even their lives, so that we can move forward as a free state. We remember with gratitude the first president of the Academy of Sciences and Arts of Kosovo, Esad Mekuli, a personality who left an indelible mark. With his creative vision and civic courage, Esad Mekuli established the Academy as an institution where free speech and thought became the foundation of our cultural identity. In our national history, the word “academy” carries a special, but also ancient, weight. This longstanding institution is a symbol of our centuries-old effort for knowledge and culture, to raise free thought and to preserve it in even the most difficult times. In line with these efforts is the work of academician Gazmend Zajmi, who, beyond his commitment as president and vice president of the Academy, made an irreplaceable contribution to establishing the legal foundations of our state. As the drafter of the Constitution of Kaçanik, but also of the Constitutional Declaration of July 2, 1990, academician Zajmi built the legal foundations of our state together with many, many other contributors. His figure is the direct link between academic thought and the project of the state of Kosovo. With such profiles, our Academy served as the place where our future as a people was projected, strongly mobilized in the cause of rights, in the cause of dignity, in our fight for freedom, independence and statehood. It is no coincidence that the historic President, Dr. Ibrahim Rugova, elected a corresponding member in 1996, was also part of this Academy. The work in this Academy constituted one of the strongest foundations of his political and national commitment as the Founding Father of our Republic. President Rugova gave our politics the depth of cultivated thought as well as a clear vision. He turned intellectual thought into a democratic tool, a state-building and peace-building tool. Therefore, names like these and many others prove that the Academy has always been the place where the intellectual elite has given meaning to our centuries-old aspirations for freedom and independence. This rich heritage guides us even today, because our Academy integrates tradition into the global academic space. Fifty years of the Academy’s existence are proof of the power of knowledge. Because when we talk about knowledge, we talk about the state. There can never be a strong state without strong science, just as there can be no modern society without academics who lead free, critical and far-sighted thought. The Academy is among the institutions that give the state its very substance. On this anniversary, we honor each academic who has contributed to this institution. We thank entire generations who made the survival of knowledge possible in the most difficult conditions. We support those who today bear the burden of scientific and cultural development, orienting the country towards the highest academic standards. Today, when our society moves at a fast pace and the challenges are increasingly complex, the role of the Academy of Sciences becomes even more vital. Academics are the critical conscience of our state, our most valuable advisors and guides of contemporary thought. The Academy of Sciences and Arts of Kosovo and the Academy of Sciences of Albania are sisters in this common mission and for this reason cooperation should be intensified every day, strengthening the national and regional role of knowledge and science. Both Academies have historically had a role that goes beyond institutional boundaries. They have been and remain bridges that connect our cultural, linguistic and scientific space, preservers of our national memory and bearers of our vision for the future. In this mission, inter-academic cooperation is essential, when joint projects enrich both sides of the border and when our academies speak with a common voice about the challenges that our nation faces today. The impact of knowledge is indispensable for the orientation of our societies, so the intensification of cooperation between the Academy of Kosovo and that of Albania remains one of the most strategic investments that we can make as an Albanian nation. Dear academicians, The role of the Academy today has acquired an extraordinary complexity. Historians, linguists and researchers are guardians of accuracy in an era where information is endlessly distributed, but the truth often remains rare. Academics are the interpreters, but also the defenders of this truth. And, as defenders of a future in a time when technology moves faster than imagination, they bear the burden of responsibility to orient knowledge towards the values and ethics that make for a stable and free society. In this context, the Academy has an irreplaceable mission in preserving collective memory and in protecting the historical truth about the crimes committed by
President Osmani received the President of Albania Bajram Begaj
The President of the Republic of Kosovo, Vjosa Osmani, received today the President of Albania, Bajram Begaj. President Osmani wrote: In a warm end-of-year meeting, today I had the pleasure of receiving the President of Albania, Bajram Begaj, with whom we discussed our incessant cooperation and the need for Kosovo and Albania to always be close to each other. On the eve of the end-of-year holidays, I conveyed my most heartfelt congratulations, with the hope that the coming year will bring even more closeness, more cooperation and successful steps towards the European Union for both our countries.
President Vjosa Osmani’s address at the “Youth Draw the Line” exhibition, organized by UNDP
President Osmani condoles the Gashi Family on the passing away of Nazif Gashi
Honourable Gashi Family, It is with deep sorrow that we received the news of the passing of Nazif Gashi, one of the most prominent names in the history of Kosovar sports and a member of the golden generation of Prishtina boxing. As a boxer of the “Prishtina” club, he became a symbol of courage, discipline and dedication. His victories and performances made us proud and transformed Prishtina into one of the most successful clubs of the time. The memory of Nazif Gashi will remain unforgettable and inspiring for generations to come. I express my sincere condolences to the family, relatives, the Kosovo Boxing Federation and the entire sports community! At these difficult moments for the family, I sympathize with you and encourage you to find strength in coping with the pain. May the memory of Nazif Gashi be eternal!
President Osmani received the European Parliament Rapporteur for Kosovo, Mr. Riho Terras
The President of the Republic of Kosovo, Vjosa Osmani, received today the Rapporteur for Kosovo at the European Parliament, Mr. Riho Terras. The latest political developments in the country, during which President Osmani emphasized that the local elections were held in a completely free, calm and democratic manner and that the transfer of power was carried out peacefully were discussed at the meeting. President Osmani emphasized that, despite constructive cooperation, the continuation of the EU measures against Kosovo remains inexplicable, unjust and unreasonable. In this context, President Osmani requested the support of Mr. Terras for the swift lifting of these measures, recalling that they harm citizens and undermine trust in the integration process, while Kosovo has met every request presented by its European partners. According to President Osmani, the lifting of the measures would be a strong signal to citizens and an encouraging message for the continuation of reforms. President Osmani further stressed the need for Kosovo’s application for EU membership to be processed as soon as possible and for membership to be based on merit. During the meeting, the President presented a series of data from international institutions that position Kosovo at the top of performance in many key areas.
President Osmani received the President of Hungary, Tamás Sulyok
The President of the Republic of Kosovo and First Gentleman Prindon Sadriu received today, on a working visit, the President of Hungary, Tamás Sulyok, accompanied by the First Lady, Zsuzsanna Nagy. After the meeting, the President wrote: Today, for the first time, the President of Hungary, Tamás Sulyok, held a working visit to Kosovo, accompanied by the First Lady, Zsuzsanna Nagy. Prindon and I welcomed them to the Presidency and expressed our ambition for the cooperation between our two countries to grow in all directions. In the bilateral meeting with President Sulyok, I reiterated that Hungary’s support for the lifting of the EU’s unjust measures is essential. The Euro-Atlantic integration of our country is to the benefit of all our citizens, the region, and the entire European continent.
President Osmani: A day full of energy, creativity and inspiration in Gjilan!
The President of the Republic of Kosovo, Vjosa Osmani, visited today the municipality of Gjilan. President Osmani wrote: A day full of energy, creativity and inspiration in Gjilan! I congratulated Mayor Alban Hyseni on his second mandate and we spoke about projects that will give the city greater development and new opportunities. Together, we spent unforgettable moments at the School of Music and Visual Arts, with some inspiring performances by the ‘Muza’ Women’s Choir, as well as among the youngest and sweetest, at the IP “Integj” kindergarten. We also heard about the successes of the InterPLAST TROCAL company, as a leader in the region and an excellent example of good work, innovation and vision that move our country forward. We also visited the “Drita” football club, whom I congratulated on their results at the national level, and especially in the European competitions, making us all proud with their success there. Thank you Gjilan!
President Osmani received in a meeting the Ambassador of France to Kosovo, Mr. Olivier Guérot
The President of the Republic of Kosovo, Vjosa Osmani, received today in a meeting the Ambassador of the French Republic to Kosovo, Mr. Olivier Guérot. The discussion focused on the latest developments in the country, as well as preparations for the early national elections to be held on 28 December. The President highlighted the importance of ensuring a smooth electoral process and upholding the highest democratic standards, an area in which Kosovo has already demonstrated exemplary practice. The meeting also addressed the assumption of duties by the newly elected mayors of Kosovo’s municipalities, including those in the north, a process completed today. President Osmani stressed the urgency of lifting the EU measures, which she emphasized remain in force without any justification and continue to harm the interests of all citizens. Furthermore, President Osmani reaffirmed the Republic of Kosovo’s commitment to strengthening the bilateral partnership between Kosovo and France. Additional matters of mutual interest were also discussed during the meeting.
President Osmani received in a meeting the Chairman of the CEC, Kreshnik Radoniqi
The President of the Republic of Kosovo, Vjosa Osmani, received today in a meeting the Chairman of the Central Election Commission (CEC), Mr. Kreshnik Radoniqi During the meeting, Chairman Radoniqi briefed President Osmani on the progress of preparations for the early elections scheduled for 28 December 2025, as well as on the organizational duties currently being undertaken by the CEC. President Osmani emphasized the importance of guaranteeing a proper, transparent and inclusive electoral process, and reaffirmed the institutional commitment to support every step that upholds the integrity and credibility of the elections.