LDK candidate Riza Krasniqi, identified by number 105, voiced significant concerns regarding the level of state financial support provided to Kosovar students who gain admission to highly regarded international universities. During an appearance on the Rubikon show, Krasniqi highlighted the perceived inadequacy of current funding structures for higher education abroad. According to Krasniqi, students from Kosovo accepted into world-renowned institutions—such as MIT, Harvard, Oxford, Cambridge, or Stanford—currently receive state support estimated between 5,000 and 7,000 euros.
He argued that this allocated sum is disproportionately low when weighed against the actual costs associated with tuition and living expenses at these premier universities. The candidate emphasized the limited value of the current support system, stating, “If we simplify Kosovo’s budget to 100 euros, our best students would only receive 2 cents. This is the value we are giving to our talents.” This critique suggests that the financial aid does not adequately reflect the caliber of the students or the demands of the educational institutions they attend.
The discussion by Riza Krasniqi also referenced comparative examples, citing North Macedonia as a point of comparison regarding educational investment. The remarks underscore a broader political debate concerning the necessity of increasing state investment to ensure Kosovar students can fully access global educational opportunities without facing prohibitive financial burdens.
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This funding gap for top international education is a serious concern for the country’s future talent.