President Osmani’s Christmas Greetings
On this holiday of light and hope, I congratulate from the bottom of my heart all Christian believers and wish that Christmas brings peace to their souls, love in their families, and good health to everyone. May our tradition of respect, solidarity, and hospitality unite us, giving us strength to move forward together, with faith, hope, and understanding. Have a Merry Christmas!
President Osmani met in Washington, D.C with the US Deputy Secretary of State, Christopher Landau
The President of the Republic of Kosovo, Vjosa Osmani, met with the Deputy Secretary of State of the United States of America, Christopher Landau. During the meeting, President Osmani expressed the gratitude of the people of Kosovo for the signing by President Donald Trump of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), for the American support of the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Kosovo, for President Trump’s vision for the dialogue to be based on mutual recognition between Kosovo and Serbia, for the support of Kosovo’s membership in NATO, as well as for the increase in strategic economic investments. President Osmani also spoke about recent developments, the security situation in the region, as well as the importance of moving forward with the Kosovo-U.S Strategic Dialogue as an essential platform for strengthening the bilateral partnership and advancing cooperation in areas of common interest. Madam President emphasized Kosovo’s commitment to the alliance with the United States of America and its readiness to continue working closely with the Trump Administration, as reflected in the removal of tariffs on U.S. products, the agreement on third-country nationals, alignment with U.S foreign policy, the full harmonization of the list of foreign terrorist organizations with President Trump’s executive orders, as well as other actions that demonstrate Kosovo’s support for the Trump Administration. At the meeting, Madam President raised the issue of Serbia’s flagrant violations of the rights of Albanians in Preshevë, Medvegjë and Bujanoc, requesting the Trump Administration’s support on this issue. As far as the relations between Kosovo and Serbia are concerned, Madam President expressed her gratitude to the Trump Administration’s clear policy, stating that dialogue should be based on mutual recognition and for the fact that dangerous ideas for border changes or division have been excluded. This approach, she added, is necessary to maintain peace and stability in our region. During the meeting with Deputy Secretary Landau, which is the second bilateral meeting this year, President Osmani reiterated that Kosovo will continue to walk alongside the United States of America, Kosovo’s eternal ally.
President Osmani condoles the family, friends, collaborators and the entire artistic community on the passing of Shemsi Krasniqi – Shemi
It is with deep sorrow that we received the news of the passing of Shemsi Krasniqi – Shemi, the emblematic vocalist of the legendary band “Ilirët”, one of the most representative voices of the Kosovar rock scene of the 80s. “Xhamadani vija vija” remains a powerful and symbolic memory, which continues to unite emotions, history and identity, just as Shemi’s voice did over the decades. At these difficult moments, we express our most sincere condolences to the family, friends, collaborators and the entire artistic community. For their extraordinary contribution, two years ago, we honored Shemi and the band “Ilirët” with the Presidential Medal of Merit. His memory and work will live long through the music he bequeathed to us. May the memory of Shemsi Krasiqin-Shemi be eternal!
Madam President: Kosovo moves forward by gaining friends!
The President of the Republic of Kosovo, Vjosa Osmani, said that in addition to the act of recognition, yesterday in Nassau, the capital of the Commonwealth of the Bahamas, together with Prime Minister Philip Davis, we also signed the Agreement on the establishment of diplomatic relations. President Osmani wrote: Kosovo moves forward by gaining friends! In addition to the act of recognition, yesterday in Nassau, the capital of the Commonwealth of the Bahamas, together with Prime Minister Philip Davis, we also signed the Agreement on the establishment of diplomatic relations. This act strengthens the international subjectivity of Kosovo and expands the circle of our amicable states that believe in the values of freedom, sovereignty and cooperation. Kosovo remains committed to sincere partnerships in the service of international peace and stability.
President Osmani and Prime Minister of the Bahamas, Philip Davis joint media address regarding the recognition of the Republic of Kosovo by the Bahamas
President Osmani signs the recognition agreement with the state of the Bahamas
The President of the Republic of Kosovo, Vjosa Osmani, has signed the agreement on recognition and establishment of diplomatic relations with the state of the Bahamas. Regarding this historic decision, President Osmani wrote: The Bahamas recognizes Kosovo. Another historic decision for our country. The Bahamas becomes the 121st state to recognize Kosovo as an independent and sovereign state. Congratulations to all the citizens of our Republic! We have just signed, here in the capital of the Bahamas, the bilateral agreement on the recognition and establishment of diplomatic relations with the Prime Minister of the Bahamas, our good friend Philip Davis. Full statement: Joint statement by the Commonwealth of the Bahamas and the Republic of Kosovo on the recognition and establishment of diplomatic relations The Commonwealth of The Bahamas and the Republic of Kosovo announce that The Bahamas has recognised the Republic of Kosovo as an independent and sovereign State. The two countries further announce the establishment of diplomatic relations between the Commonwealth of The Bahamas and the Republic of Kosovo, effective from the date of signature of the Joint Communiqué on the establishment of diplomatic relations, in accordance with international law and the 1961 Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations. Both countries affirm their commitment to the purposes and principles of the Charter of the United Nations, including respect for sovereignty, equality of States, and the peaceful settlement of disputes. They agree to advance their relationship on the basis of mutual respect, reciprocity, and constructive engagement. The Bahamas and Kosovo express their intention to deepen cooperation in areas of mutual interest, including political consultation, trade and investment, tourism, education and culture, technology and innovation, public sector cooperation, and people-to-people exchange, subject to the laws and procedures of each country. The Bahamas and Kosovo look forward to building a warm and productive partnership that serves the interests of both peoples and contributes to peace and cooperation internationally.
JOINT STATEMENT by The Commonwealth of The Bahamas and the Republic of Kosovo on Recognition and the Establishment of Diplomatic Relations
The Commonwealth of The Bahamas and the Republic of Kosovo announce that The Bahamas has recognised the Republic of Kosovo as an independent and sovereign State. The two countries further announce the establishment of diplomatic relations between the Commonwealth of The Bahamas and the Republic of Kosovo, effective from the date of signature of the Joint Communiqué on the establishment of diplomatic relations, in accordance with international law and the 1961 Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations. Both countries affirm their commitment to the purposes and principles of the Charter of the United Nations, including respect for sovereignty, equality of States, and the peaceful settlement of disputes. They agree to advance their relationship on the basis of mutual respect, reciprocity, and constructive engagement. The Bahamas and Kosovo express their intention to deepen cooperation in areas of mutual interest, including political consultation, trade and investment, tourism, education and culture, technology and innovation, public sector cooperation, and people to people exchange, subject to the laws and procedures of each country. The Bahamas and Kosovo look forward to building a warm and productive partnership that serves the interests of both peoples and contributes to peace and cooperation internationally.
President Osmani: Finally, the decision has been reached to lift the unjust measures imposed on Kosovo
The President of the Republic of Kosovo, Vjosa Osmani, said that the intensive meetings during the EU-Western Balkans Summit in Brussels produced concrete results for our country. President Osmani wrote: The intensive meetings during the EU-Western Balkans Summit in Brussels produced concrete results for our country. Finally, the decision was reached to lift the unjust measures imposed on Kosovo. I sincerely thank the leaders of the European Union, as well as all our partners, for appreciating Kosovo’s incessant engagements.
President Osmani: After intensive discussions in Brussels, the decision was reached to lift all measures on Kosovo
The President of the Republic of Kosovo, Vjosa Osmani, announced that at the end of the European Union and Western Balkans Summit, after intensive discussions, the decision was reached to lift all measures on Kosovo. As President Osmani announced, a large part will be lifted today, while the rest will be lifted at the end of January. Full statement video:
President Vjosa Osmani’s arrival and statement at the start of the EU-Western Balkans Summit in Brussels
