The President of the Republic of Kosovo Vjosa Osmani was received by President Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa at the “Belem” Presidential Palace in Lisbon during her visit to Portugal.
According to President Osmani, her second visit to this country is evidence of excellent bilateral relations, which are already in a dynamic phase with a focus on intensifying cooperation in all relevant fields.
President Osmani’s visit coincides with the 15th anniversary of the recognition of Kosovo by Portugal and the establishment of diplomatic relations between the two countries.
“This is an important and historic moment to express gratitude to the state and people of Portugal for the contribution made over the years. This support has greatly influenced the advancement of our primary goals in the path of Euro-Atlantic integrations, the strengthening of regional peace and stability,” emphasized President Osmani.
President Osmani also added that she sees Portugal as an amicable country within the European Union and beyond, and stated that she hopes for additional support for Kosovo’s membership in international organizations. In this context, Madam President thanked Portugal for its support in the visa liberalization process and for the membership in the Council of Europe and expressed hope that Portugal will also support the provision of EU candidate country status to our Republic.
Part of the meeting was devoted to the latest political and security developments in Kosovo.
President Osmani informed her counterpart De Sousa with the latest developments in the country, as well as with the act of aggression of Serbia against the Republic of Kosovo on September 24th, emphasizing the importance of bringing the Serbian paramilitary group to justice in Kosovo and addressing of Serbia’s responsibility in the destabilization of Kosovo and of the region.
Madam president also said that in the dialogue process with Serbia, Kosovo is a constructive party and that the conclusion of this process through mutual recognition is the only way that will bring long-term peace in the region.
President Osmani and President De Sousa also discussed the possibilities for the expansion of cooperation in spheres of mutual interest.
