Paris, 9 November, 2026
The Prime Minister of the Republic of Kosovo, Albin Kurti, was received in Paris by the President of the French Senate, Gérard Larcher.
Prime Minister Kurti expressed his gratitude to Mr. Larcher for the role played by the French Republic in the liberation and independence of Kosovo, as well as for its continued support for the development of our Republic.
“We discussed the full institutional and political stability following the election of the President, the Government’s plans for this new term—focusing on railway and sports infrastructure, the construction of dams, and the defense industry—as well as concrete opportunities to expand cooperation and further deepen bilateral relations,” said Prime Minister Kurti.
In addition to the commitment to reforms—specifically in the areas of justice, education, and public administration—Prime Minister Kurti and Mr. Larcher also discussed Kosovo’s democratic progress and economic development. Prime Minister Kurti stated that “the Republic of Kosovo is fully aligned with the European Union’s Common Foreign and Security Policy; therefore, granting candidate status and opening accession negotiations—beyond being the right decisions—would serve as an impetus for comprehensive progress.”
Prime Minister Kurti added that France’s supportive role in advancing our Republic within this process is significant—as it is regarding NATO membership—and would contribute to lasting peace and long-term security in the Western Balkans and across all of Europe.
