The Prime Minister of the Republic of Kosovo, Albin Kurti, recently conducted an official visit to Vienna, where he held a bilateral meeting with the Chancellor of the Federal Republic of Austria, Christian Stocker. During the discussions, Kurti conveyed appreciation for Austria’s sustained support for Kosovo. He acknowledged Austria’s role in Kosovo’s development since the 1990s, recognizing its contributions to state-building efforts and its support for Kosovo’s integration into European structures.
Furthermore, the Prime Minister expressed gratitude for Austria’s involvement and contributions to the Kosovo Force (KFOR). Kurti specifically referenced the support demonstrated by Austria at the Committee of Ministers in Minsk in May 2026. While acknowledging this diplomatic support, the Prime Minister emphasized that securing membership in the Council of Europe remains a paramount objective for the Government of the Republic of Kosovo.
He stressed the necessity of ongoing commitment and support from Austria as Kosovo continues to advance its institutional and political development. The meeting served as a platform to reaffirm the deep bilateral ties between the two nations. Discussions focused on mutual cooperation in areas aligning with Kosovo’s broader European trajectory.
Both sides engaged in dialogue regarding mechanisms to strengthen partnership, ensuring that Austria’s continued support remains instrumental as Kosovo progresses toward its stated international goals.
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