The President of the Republic of Kosovo Vjosa Osmani received today a delegation of the Austria-Kosovo Friendship Group of the Austrian Parliament, consisting of MPs of various political party affiliations in Austria.
At the meeting with the Austrian delegation, President Osmani thanked the state of Austria for its support to Kosovo throughout the years, and expressed her willingness to open new chapters of cooperation between our two countries. In this regard, President Osmani also mentioned the vital role played by our diaspora in Austria as a connecting bridge of bilateral cooperation, and in further strengthening of excellent interstate relations.
The latest developments in the field of security were also discussed at the meeting. Madam President mentioned the continuous Serbian destructive acts, which are directly aimed at destabilizing our country. President Osmani emphasized that bringing to justice the criminal groups supported by Serbia which attacked Kosovo Police, KFOR and EULEX members, journalists and citizens is mandatory. In this spirit, President Osmani added that Kosovo is committed to contributing to the peace and stability of the country and the region, in coordination with the allies.
President Osmani also stated that Kosovo appreciates Austria’s important support for the integration of Kosovo in EU and other international organizations, stressing that the advancement of Kosovo in the international arena brings more stability and prosperity to all its citizens, without distinction.
The possibilities of increasing the cooperation between Kosovo and Austria were also discussed and in this context President Osmani mentioned the Kosovo’s economic potential and the favourable environment for foreign investors. Foreign policy, education, women’s empowerment and trade exchange were also mentioned in the context of expansion of Kosovo’s cooperation with Austria.