Pristina, October 17, 2022
The first Deputy Prime Minister for European Integration, Development and Dialogue of the Republic of Kosovo, Besnik Bislimi, welcomed the ambassador of France, Mr. Olivier Guérot, in this first meeting between them. In the conversation, the readiness to continue the relationship and close cooperation with the French embassy was jointly expressed.
Deputy Prime Minister Bislimi said that this year is very important in terms of Kosovo’s European agenda, where after applying for membership in the Council of Europe, we will apply within the year for membership in the European Union, with the aim of obtaining the status of a candidate country. Kosovo is in the 6th year of implementation of the Stabilization and Association Agreement, being the only country in the Western Balkans that has not yet applied, so the time has come to take such a step.
The meeting also discussed good neighborly relations in the region and the dialogue with Serbia, where the fact that Kosovo remains committed and constructive in this process was emphasized, with the aim of reaching a permanent, legally binding agreement, centered on mutual recognition.
Kosovo-France relations also go through increased economic cooperation, increased French investments in the country, and concrete projects in areas of common interest.
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