The address of the Acting President, Dr. Vjosa Osmani-Sadriu on the Force Day
Honourable representatives of the institutions of Kosovo, Dear military officers and non-commissioned officers Today, on this special day of yours and the most important for the Force of the Republic of Kosovo, I have the special honour and pleasure, that as the Acting President of the Republic to address you who are synonymous to citizenship, the defence of the sovereignty and inviolability of the territory of our Republic. The Army of Kosovo has been built on the foundations of the historical sacrifice of the Albanian people, it has come to life on the legacy of the armed resistance, on the sublime sacrifice of Commander Adem Jashari and the Jashari family, but it has grown and developed on your vision for a modern army, which is professionally and tactically capable to defend the homeland at all times. Today it is turning into a modern army, thanks to the perseverance and sacrifice of our girls and boys, but also the early and permanent friendship with our western allies, first of all with the United States of America, the roots of an early alliance which were renewed by our historic president, Dr. Ibrahim Rugova. Dear military! The military uniform is a lifelong dream of many young people and the greatest honour that can be felt by all those whose life goal is the service to the homeland. Today, the Army of Kosovo is the symbol of this service and this pride. You should be proud that you are part of a military formation which has a sacred mission: the protection of the territorial integrity and security of the citizens of the Republic. We as a country and as a nation have never had intentions of invasion; our only goal and mission was and remains the protection of our homeland. Therefore, we will work tirelessly to make the Kosovo we want as a safe, economically developed country, integrated into NATO and the European Union, a reality. Dear members of the Armed Forces! The Armed Forces are a synonym of statehood and the realization of the vision of the ideators of the state of Kosovo. They reflect our freedom-loving but determined spirit. Our girls and boys in uniform are professionally educated and prepared, trained to the highest NATO standards and ready for missions inside and outside the country, in partnership with our Western allies. The KSF will be a contributor to peace and security, participating in peace support operations around the world. It has built significant professional capacity and is ready to carry out not only demining, search and rescue operations and control and management of chemicals, but also much larger and more important missions. The new KSF officers and non-commissioned officers, who are being educated in the world’s most renowned military academies, such as West Point in the USA and Sandhurst in England, are showing culminating results, they are demonstrating this willingness and readiness. They are the best reflection of our country and our greatest pride. They are the honour of the Republic of Kosovo. Therefore, I am happy to emphasize your and our readiness that, in close partnership with our allies, to expand our mission, becoming a guarantor of peace for the country and a creator and keeper of peace abroad. Therefore, on this special day, we cannot but express our gratitude to our allies, first of all, the NATO forces, the armies of friend countries, which are taking care every day so that our Armed Forces shall further develop and gradually transform into a professional military force interacting with NATO forces. We are ready to further strengthen and deepen this strategic partnership. Therefore, NATO membership remains a strategic objective of our Republic for which we will be committed with all our potential. Dear military, This year, Kosovo marked the 21st anniversary of freedom and the 12th anniversary of statehood. On these anniversaries we recalled our path and our glory. We recalled our sacrifice for freedom and the price paid. But we also recalled our endurance, our vision and the values that unite us. As we have emphasized before, on the anniversaries of freedom and independence, no one better than the people of Kosovo understands, in essence, the importance of living in a free and secure country, where political and civil liberties are guaranteed for all without distinction. We will achieve this goal together, but commitment and institutional support is needed. The budget of the KSF must be untouchable. Kosovo has and must provide sufficient funds to ensure that the transformation of the KSF takes place even earlier than planned. The Republic of Kosovo must very quickly become an exporter of security outside our territory in peace making and peacekeeping missions of our allies. In order for this transition to end, budgetary and institutional support is needed for our Force. I guarantee you that, as Supreme Commander in the capacity of the Acting President, you will have my support in this direction and also in every effort and action of yours towards the strengthening of this very important pillar of our state. Happy Forces Day. God bless our Forces and our Kosovo. Honours to the homeland!
The address of the Acting President, Dr. Vjosa Osmani-Sadriu on the Force Day
Honourable representatives of the institutions of Kosovo, Dear military officers and non-commissioned officers Today, on this special day of yours and the most important for the Force of the Republic of Kosovo, I have the special honour and pleasure, that as the Acting President of the Republic to address you who are synonymous to citizenship, the defence of the sovereignty and inviolability of the territory of our Republic. The Army of Kosovo has been built on the foundations of the historical sacrifice of the Albanian people, it has come to life on the legacy of the armed resistance, on the sublime sacrifice of Commander Adem Jashari and the Jashari family, but it has grown and developed on your vision for a modern army, which is professionally and tactically capable to defend the homeland at all times. Today it is turning into a modern army, thanks to the perseverance and sacrifice of our girls and boys, but also the early and permanent friendship with our western allies, first of all with the United States of America, the roots of an early alliance which were renewed by our historic president, Dr. Ibrahim Rugova. Dear military! The military uniform is a lifelong dream of many young people and the greatest honour that can be felt by all those whose life goal is the service to the homeland. Today, the Army of Kosovo is the symbol of this service and this pride. You should be proud that you are part of a military formation which has a sacred mission: the protection of the territorial integrity and security of the citizens of the Republic. We as a country and as a nation have never had intentions of invasion; our only goal and mission was and remains the protection of our homeland. Therefore, we will work tirelessly to make the Kosovo we want as a safe, economically developed country, integrated into NATO and the European Union, a reality. Dear members of the Armed Forces! The Armed Forces are a synonym of statehood and the realization of the vision of the ideators of the state of Kosovo. They reflect our freedom-loving but determined spirit. Our girls and boys in uniform are professionally educated and prepared, trained to the highest NATO standards and ready for missions inside and outside the country, in partnership with our Western allies. The KSF will be a contributor to peace and security, participating in peace support operations around the world. It has built significant professional capacity and is ready to carry out not only demining, search and rescue operations and control and management of chemicals, but also much larger and more important missions. The new KSF officers and non-commissioned officers, who are being educated in the world’s most renowned military academies, such as West Point in the USA and Sandhurst in England, are showing culminating results, they are demonstrating this willingness and readiness. They are the best reflection of our country and our greatest pride. They are the honour of the Republic of Kosovo. Therefore, I am happy to emphasize your and our readiness that, in close partnership with our allies, to expand our mission, becoming a guarantor of peace for the country and a creator and keeper of peace abroad. Therefore, on this special day, we cannot but express our gratitude to our allies, first of all, the NATO forces, the armies of friend countries, which are taking care every day so that our Armed Forces shall further develop and gradually transform into a professional military force interacting with NATO forces. We are ready to further strengthen and deepen this strategic partnership. Therefore, NATO membership remains a strategic objective of our Republic for which we will be committed with all our potential. Dear military, This year, Kosovo marked the 21st anniversary of freedom and the 12th anniversary of statehood. On these anniversaries we recalled our path and our glory. We recalled our sacrifice for freedom and the price paid. But we also recalled our endurance, our vision and the values that unite us. As we have emphasized before, on the anniversaries of freedom and independence, no one better than the people of Kosovo understands, in essence, the importance of living in a free and secure country, where political and civil liberties are guaranteed for all without distinction. We will achieve this goal together, but commitment and institutional support is needed. The budget of the KSF must be untouchable. Kosovo has and must provide sufficient funds to ensure that the transformation of the KSF takes place even earlier than planned. The Republic of Kosovo must very quickly become an exporter of security outside our territory in peace making and peacekeeping missions of our allies. In order for this transition to end, budgetary and institutional support is needed for our Force. I guarantee you that, as Supreme Commander in the capacity of the Acting President, you will have my support in this direction and also in every effort and action of yours towards the strengthening of this very important pillar of our state. Happy Forces Day. God bless our Forces and our Kosovo. Honours to the homeland!
Acting President, Dr. Vjosa Osmani-Sadriu repeals four decrees for consuls in Prague, Ljubljana, Skopje and Tirana
In accordance with her constitutional responsibilities and based on the diplomatic and consular practices, Acting President, Dr. Vjosa Osmani-Sadriu repealed today four decrees for consuls general, specifically for the consuls general in Prague, Ljubljana, Skopje and Tirana.
Acting President Dr. Vjosa Osmani held a virtual meeting with the CEC Chairwoman Mrs.Valdete Daka
In order to coordinate the elections in Podujevë and in North Mitrovica, Acting President Dr. Vjosa Osmani-Sadriu held a virtual meeting with Mrs. Valdete Daka, CEC chairwoman.
The address of Acting President, Dr. Vjosa Osmani at the International Conference held on the occasion of the 70th anniversary of the European Convention on Human Rights
The address of Acting President, Dr. Vjosa Osmani at the International Conference held on the occasion of the 70th anniversary of the European Convention on Human Rights
On the occasion of the 70th anniversary of the European Convention on Human Rights and at the same time, the commencement of the German Presidency of the Committee of Ministers of the Council of Europe, Acting President Dr. Vjosa Osmani participated today at the virtual international conference held on the occasion of the 70th anniversary of the European Convention on Human Rights. Although it remains undisputed that this Convention presents the most important and successful document to date for the protection of human rights in Europe, it is unfortunate that Kosovo is not yet allowed to join the Council of Europe, which would result in the access to the court of Strasbourg for the citizens of Kosovo. Such a thing constitutes a violation of human rights through the denial of the right to access to justice for the citizens of Kosovo. The full address of Acting President Vjosa Osmani in English.
Acting President Dr. Vjosa Osmani held a virtual meeting with the Head of the EU Office, Mr. Tomáš Szunyog
Osmani: The EU should ask Serbia and not Kosovo to amend its Constitution
Acting President, Dr. Vjosa Osmani participated at the International Conference held on the occasion of the 70th anniversary of the European Convention on Human Rights
Osmani: Denying the membership in the Council of Europe is denial of access to justice for the citizens of Kosovo
The Acting President of Kosovo, Dr. Vjosa Osmani terminates the mandate of the member of the Serb List at the CEC
The Acting President of Kosovo, Dr. Vjosa Osmani, pursuant to the Constitution of the Republic of Kosovo, decided today to terminate the mandate in the Central Election Commission, of the representative of the Serb List, Mr. Nenad Rikalo.
The Acting President, Dr. Vjosa Osmani had a conversation with children on Universal Children’s Day
Osmani: Let us work every day so we can build the Kosovo the children dream of