Pristina Mayor Përparim Rama has criticized the current government, alleging that it is systematically alienating citizens who did not support the Vetëvendosje Movement in the recent local elections. Rama contends that the government is deliberately obstructing the operational capacities of local municipalities across Kosovo. He warned that this centralization of power poses a significant risk, suggesting that Kosovo is trending toward a dictatorial system.
In his critique, Rama emphasized the necessity of respecting the constitutional competencies of both municipal and central levels of governance. He argued that the election of municipal leaders is intended to facilitate local development processes. “We demand the protection of democracy, the Republic, and the Constitution of the Republic of Kosovo,” Rama stated.
He stressed that the powers vested in local municipalities must be accorded the same respect as those held by the central administration. The mayor’s concerns center on the potential ramifications of excessive centralization. According to Rama, undermining municipal autonomy compromises the democratic structure of the country.
His statements call for a balanced respect for the decentralized governance model, asserting that the current actions of the government are detrimental to Kosovo’s democratic trajectory.
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