Former Foreign Minister Enver Hoxhaj commented on recent statements made by the acting Minister of Economy, Artane Rizvanolli. Rizvanolli asserted that the current government has not rejected American gas supplies and highlighted that Kosovo’s lignite reserves ensure cost-effective energy. In a Facebook post, Hoxhaj challenged this assertion, citing a pattern of perceived rejection of strategic energy projects by the ruling administration.
Hoxhaj noted specific instances, stating that the Kurti government canceled a project with ContourGlobal in 2019. Furthermore, he pointed to a rejection of a US-backed American gas project in 2021. Regarding the current situation, Hoxhaj suggested that the administration was again dismissing alternative connections to American gas corridors, favoring the argument based on lignite.
In response, Rizvanolli countered that Kosovo has not rejected American gas but has instead opted for a solution deemed more practical and economically viable. He further elaborated on the rationale behind the current energy strategy, suggesting that the decision reflects a measured approach to national energy needs. The exchange underscores ongoing political and economic discussions concerning Kosovo’s future energy infrastructure and international energy partnerships.
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