The European Union Office in Kosovo has expressed concern over the possibility that the Kosovo Assembly could vote tomorrow on amendments to the Law on the Specialist Chambers.
“The EU in Kosovo expresses its concern over the possible vote expected to take place tomorrow in the Kosovo Assembly on the bill to amend and supplement the Law on the Specialist Chambers,” the office said in a public statement.
The statement added that the proposed amendments raise serious concerns about Kosovo’s international obligations and respect for fundamental rule-of-law principles. Those concerns relate in particular to judicial independence, the protection of victims and witnesses, the continued protection of procedural rights and effective accountability.
“These amendments also raise concerns about their constitutionality. Since the law was returned to the Kosovo Assembly for reconsideration, we have actively conveyed our concerns and expectations to the Kosovo authorities. This includes the need for consultations before any amendments are adopted, in line with Kosovo’s international obligations,” the statement continued.
The EU Office in Kosovo stressed that any changes to the Law on the Specialist Chambers must respect Kosovo’s international obligations and the principles of the rule of law.
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