The European Union Mission in Kosovo has issued a statement urging all political actors to refrain from exerting pressure on the Judicial Council of Kosovo (KGJK) and its members while they are engaged in the decision-making process. Published via the X platform, the EU Mission stressed that the independence of the judiciary constitutes a fundamental pillar of the rule of law and must be respected by all political entities. The official statement explicitly called upon all political actors to cease exerting pressure on the Judicial Council of Kosovo and its members during their deliberations.
The EU further emphasized that maintaining an independent, impartial, and apolitical judicial system is crucial for the proper functioning of the rule of law, drawing comparisons to standards upheld within the European Union. This directive underscores the international community’s concern regarding the integrity of Kosovo’s judicial processes. The message serves as a clear appeal to all political stakeholders to ensure that the judiciary can operate free from external influence.
Respecting judicial independence is framed not merely as a procedural guideline, but as a cornerstone requirement for robust governance and adherence to the rule of law within Kosovo. The EU Mission’s appeal targets all political groups to uphold this standard.
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