Avni Spahiu, the former ambassador of Kosovo to the United States, has advised that the nation must maintain continuous diligence in managing its diplomatic relationship with the U.S. He assessed that historical diplomatic errors have contributed to unnecessary tensions between the two countries. Speaking on the podcast PIKË, reported by Koha, Spahiu stressed that the support provided by America should not be treated as an entitlement, irrespective of any perceived mutual interests.
Spahiu addressed the common argument that American assistance to Kosovo is motivated purely by strategic self-interest. He countered this by stating that the relationship is reciprocal, arguing that the desire to align with the United States is also a significant national interest for Kosovo. Therefore, this aspect of the relationship cannot be dismissed as solely transactional.
The former ambassador emphasized that as several Western Balkan nations actively seek to secure continued backing from Washington, Kosovo must exercise heightened caution in its diplomatic activities. Spahiu warned that the country must meticulously avoid any actions or policies that could generate doubt or suspicion among American policymakers. His counsel underscores the necessity for Kosovo to manage its international posture with extreme care to solidify its strategic standing with the United States.
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