Prishtina, 30 October 2024
The Prime Minister of the Republic of Kosovo, Albin Kurti, welcomed the Head of the European Union Office in Kosovo, Ambassador Aivo Orav, from whom he received the “Report on Kosovo 2024” from the European Commission, which assesses Kosovo’s progress on the path to integration into the European Union . The Prime Minister thanked Ambassador Orav for the report and emphasized the commitment of the Government to advance the reforms that are essential for Kosovo’s membership in the EU.
In its main points, the EU Report on Kosovo positively evaluates visa liberalization as a step that is expected to improve the free movement of Kosovo citizens in the Schengen area. It appreciates Kosovo’s commitment to compliance with EU policies, from which the alignment with the EU’s foreign policy stands out, a step that reflects the commitment to cooperation and full integration in the European family.
In this year’s report, Kosovo’s active engagement in the implementation of the Growth Plan, the Reform Agenda, as well as the engagement in promoting regional cooperation in unblocking decision-making in CEFTA with new agreements that strengthen trade and economic ties within the region are also evaluated. Strengthening the legal framework in the fight against corruption and organized crime is also positively evaluated as a priority of the government for a state of law. Electoral reforms, as well as improving free market conditions and support for entrepreneurs that help increase competition and attract foreign investment. The report notes that there has been no backsliding in any of the key areas of reform, while progress has been made in almost all areas – evidence of the government’s commitment to advancement and continued progress.
The Prime Minister welcomed the recommendations of the European Union and emphasized that the Government of the Republic of Kosovo remains engaged in the path of reforms.
The full integration of Kosovo in the EU remains our strategic goal and commitment to reforms is in the interest of the citizens for all-round democratic and socio-economic progress.
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