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Kosovo Government ‘stable and functional’ after urgent meeting of coalition leaders

The Government of Kosovo issued a press release, after an urgent meeting of coalition leaders confirming the coalition is “stable and functional” and pledged to continue work in fulfilling its program. Original post Here

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Idea on unification of Mitrovica aimed at intimidating Kosovo Serbs, says Rakic

Kosovo Serb political leader, Goran Rakic, said recent initiative of Mitrovica South mayor Agim Bathiri to unify this ethnically-divided town is a provocation and aimed at destabilizing the region. Original post Here

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Kosovo to play Denmark in March friendly in Pristina

Kosovo will play Denmark in a friendly on 21 March at Pristina’s “Fadil Vokrri” arena. Original post Here

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Kosovo backsliding, says opposition leader

Avdullah Hoti, chief of parliamentary group of the biggest opposition party of Democratic League of Kosovo, LDK, in a Facebook post said Kosovo is backsliding on fighting corruption, has deteriorated relations with the US, and warned of social turmoil after the strike of civil servants asking increase of salaries. Original …

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Kosovo’s opposition leader backs unification of Mitrovica

Albin Kurti, leader of the opposition party of Vetevendosje, met on Tuesday mayor of Mitrovica South, Agim Bahtiri, to discuss a petition launched by the latter on unification of this ethnically divided town. Original post Here

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Kosovo: Coalition rift deepens over tax on Serbian goods

Rifts inside the Kosovo coalition government appear to deepen after Speaker of Parliament and head of biggest political party, PDK, Kadri Veseli, proposed temporarily suspension of tax on Serbian goods, which is being opposed by Prime Minister Ramush Haradinaj. Original post Here

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Serbian President likely to visit Albania in March

Serbia’s President Aleksandar Vucic is expected to visit Tirana on 7, 8 March when he will attend the regional Summit of Brdo-Brijuni. Original post Here

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Kosovo’s negotiators met EU Officials in Brussels

Co-heads of Kosovo’s negotiation team in dialogue with Serbia, Fatmir Limaj and Shpend Ahmeti, during their visit to Brussels on Tuesday met senior officials of EU foreign policy chief, Federica Mogherini’s office. Original post Here

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Kosovo ready for compromise agreement with Serbia, says Thaci

Kosovo President, Hashim Thaci, in a letter to US President Donald Trump said Kosovo is ready for a compromise deal with Serbia to resolve long-standing issues between the countries. He also invited the US President to visit Kosovo. Original post Here

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Kosovo considering 120-day suspension of tax

Speaker of Kosovo Parliament and chairman of Democratic Party of Kosovo, PDK, Kadri Veseli said the 100 percent tax imposed by Government on all imported goods from Serbia and Bosnia will not be revoked, but it may be suspended temporarily under some conditions as a good will sign towards the …

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Cup of Albania semifinals reach decisive second legs with final spot at stake

TIRANA, April 21 – The second legs of the Albanian Cup semifinals take place this week, with both ties finely balanced after 1-1 draws in the first matches. Elbasani hosts Egnatia on Wednesday, while Vllaznia meets Dinamo City on Thursday. Elbasan Arena stages the first fixture at 19:00 local time. …

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Albania targets 900 agrifood facilities in EU accession food safety push

TIRANA, April 21 – Albania has launched inspections of more than 900 agrifood facilities as part of efforts to align food safety standards with the European Union. Minister of State and chief EU membership negotiator, Majlinda Dhuka said the process forms part of accession talks and broader sector reform. Officials …

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PM Rama: European standards in food safety a challenge to achieve in EU membership negotiation process

TIRANA, April 21 – Prime Minister Edi Rama said food safety represents one of the toughest challenges in Albania’s European Union accession talks. He made the remarks during a meeting with food business operators in Tirana. Rama linked food safety reforms directly to Albania’s goal of EU membership within the …

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Rama: Food safety, the most complex challenge of the EU integration process

Prime Minister Edi Rama held a meeting this Tuesday with food business operators, where he emphasized the importance of the European Union accession process as a key challenge for ensuring food safety in the country. Rama described food safety as one of the most difficult challenges of the negotiations, stressing …

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“We have provided €12.5 million for food safety,” Gonzato: Quality improvement a condition for the EU

The European Union Ambassador to Albania, Silvio Gonzato, during a meeting with Prime Minister Edi Rama and representatives of the food business sector, stated that food safety is an important area for Albania’s progress toward the EU, as it is directly linked to access to the European market. He underlined …

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Food safety, Rama: 900 businesses risk closure if they fail to meet EU standards

Prime Minister Edi Rama held a meeting with food business operators, where he emphasized that food safety is one of the most difficult and complex challenges in the process of European Union accession. The Prime Minister stated that 900 food-related businesses operating in the country risk closure or exclusion from …

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Rama visits Greece, to attend the Delphi Economic Forum; meeting also with Mitsotakis

Prime Minister Edi Rama will pay a working visit to Greece at the invitation of the Delphi Economic Forum, which will take place from April 21 to 23. Rama will hold a meeting with his counterpart, the Prime Minister of Greece, Kyriakos Mitsotakis, focusing on strengthening bilateral relations, deepening economic …

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Record state budget revenues, €240 million more than last year

Revenues from taxes and customs have increased by around €240 million at the beginning of this year. VAT and social contributions have recorded the most significant growth. The state budget collected approximately 205 billion ALL in the first three months of the year. This figure is about 24 billion ALL, …

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U.S. Ambassador to NATO visits Kosovo, welcomed by Anu Prattipati

The Chargé d’Affaires of the United States of America in Kosovo, Anu Prattipati, welcomed on Tuesday the U.S. Permanent Representative to NATO, Ambassador Matthew Whitaker, during his visit. Through a post on “X,” the U.S. Embassy in Pristina stated that this visit is an opportunity to discuss shared security interests. …

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Haxhiu meets U.S. representative to NATO: America’s support vital for Kosovo

The Acting President of the Republic of Kosovo, Albulena Haxhiu, received on Tuesday the United States Permanent Representative to NATO, Matthew G. Whitaker. It is reported that the two interlocutors discussed current political developments, security in the Kosovo region, and the importance of close coordination among allies in facing the …

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Cup of Albania semifinals reach decisive second legs with final spot at stake

TIRANA, April 21 – The second legs of the Albanian Cup semifinals take place this week, with both ties finely balanced after 1-1 draws in the first matches. Elbasani hosts Egnatia on Wednesday, while Vllaznia meets Dinamo City on Thursday. Elbasan Arena stages the first fixture at 19:00 local time. …

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Albania targets 900 agrifood facilities in EU accession food safety push

TIRANA, April 21 – Albania has launched inspections of more than 900 agrifood facilities as part of efforts to align food safety standards with the European Union. Minister of State and chief EU membership negotiator, Majlinda Dhuka said the process forms part of accession talks and broader sector reform. Officials …

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PM Rama: European standards in food safety a challenge to achieve in EU membership negotiation process

TIRANA, April 21 – Prime Minister Edi Rama said food safety represents one of the toughest challenges in Albania’s European Union accession talks. He made the remarks during a meeting with food business operators in Tirana. Rama linked food safety reforms directly to Albania’s goal of EU membership within the …

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Rama: Food safety, the most complex challenge of the EU integration process

Prime Minister Edi Rama held a meeting this Tuesday with food business operators, where he emphasized the importance of the European Union accession process as a key challenge for ensuring food safety in the country. Rama described food safety as one of the most difficult challenges of the negotiations, stressing …

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“We have provided €12.5 million for food safety,” Gonzato: Quality improvement a condition for the EU

The European Union Ambassador to Albania, Silvio Gonzato, during a meeting with Prime Minister Edi Rama and representatives of the food business sector, stated that food safety is an important area for Albania’s progress toward the EU, as it is directly linked to access to the European market. He underlined …

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Food safety, Rama: 900 businesses risk closure if they fail to meet EU standards

Prime Minister Edi Rama held a meeting with food business operators, where he emphasized that food safety is one of the most difficult and complex challenges in the process of European Union accession. The Prime Minister stated that 900 food-related businesses operating in the country risk closure or exclusion from …

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Rama visits Greece, to attend the Delphi Economic Forum; meeting also with Mitsotakis

Prime Minister Edi Rama will pay a working visit to Greece at the invitation of the Delphi Economic Forum, which will take place from April 21 to 23. Rama will hold a meeting with his counterpart, the Prime Minister of Greece, Kyriakos Mitsotakis, focusing on strengthening bilateral relations, deepening economic …

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Record state budget revenues, €240 million more than last year

Revenues from taxes and customs have increased by around €240 million at the beginning of this year. VAT and social contributions have recorded the most significant growth. The state budget collected approximately 205 billion ALL in the first three months of the year. This figure is about 24 billion ALL, …

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U.S. Ambassador to NATO visits Kosovo, welcomed by Anu Prattipati

The Chargé d’Affaires of the United States of America in Kosovo, Anu Prattipati, welcomed on Tuesday the U.S. Permanent Representative to NATO, Ambassador Matthew Whitaker, during his visit. Through a post on “X,” the U.S. Embassy in Pristina stated that this visit is an opportunity to discuss shared security interests. …

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Haxhiu meets U.S. representative to NATO: America’s support vital for Kosovo

The Acting President of the Republic of Kosovo, Albulena Haxhiu, received on Tuesday the United States Permanent Representative to NATO, Matthew G. Whitaker. It is reported that the two interlocutors discussed current political developments, security in the Kosovo region, and the importance of close coordination among allies in facing the …