Foreign Ministry refutes Serb media reports that Liberia revoked recognition of Kosovo

Serbia’s public broadcaster – RTS is reporting that Liberia has revoked its recognition of Kosovo’s independence because of the ongoing dialogue in Brussels. Liberia has recognised Kosovo’s independence in 2008 shortly after Kosovo declared its independence on 17 February 2008. Officials of Kosovo’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs refuted Serb media reports saying that this is “fake news” and propaganda sponsored by officials in Belgrade.

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Acrimony and Accusations Hold up Construction of Albanian Port

Albania wants to develop a new commercial port in Durres, but the public tender for its construction has fallen apart in acrimony and accusation. Original post Here

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Western Balkans Stability Monitor: Elections in the Air

The new edition of BIRN’s Western Balkans Stability Monitor looks at election fever in the region. Some countries are heading towards elections; in others, parties are using possible polls as a PR tool. Original post Here

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“Dua” wins in Cannes, Basholli calls it a major prize for Kosovo cinema

Dua by Kosovar director Blerta Basholli has brought Kosovo a major international film award. After its emotional premiere at the Cannes Film Festival, the film won the prestigious SACD Award. The prize is awarded by France’s Society of Dramatic Authors and Composers during the “Semaine de la Critique” section. The …