Konjufca Urges EU to Expedite Kosovo Candidate Status
At the Delphi Economic Forum in Greece on April 22, 2026, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and Diaspora, Glauk Konjufca, advocated for a swift grant of candidate status to Kosovo. Konjufca participated in the panel discussion, “Western Balkans and the European Union: Towards Full Integration,” which was held as part of the economic forum. According to a statement released by the ministry, Konjufca emphasized the significant progress Kosovo has made in aligning with European Union values and its advancements toward membership.
He stated that Kosovo demonstrates a “high level of adoption of EU values” and underscored the importance of accelerated action to secure candidate status. Konjufca stressed that the integration of the Western Balkans represents a “strategic investment for Europe.” He indicated Kosovo’s readiness to continue progressing toward full integration. The discussion centered on the broader economic implications for the region and its relationship with the European Union.
The event, organized by the Greek Economic Forum, provided a platform for key figures to discuss the future of the Western Balkans within the EU framework.
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