"The future of Kosovo lies in Europe", Blinken: Congratulations to our friend, partner and ally!

2024-02-17 10:30:18Kosova&Bota SHKRUAR NGA REDAKSIA VOX
"The future of Kosovo lies in Europe", Blinken: Congratulations to our
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken congratulates the 16th anniversary of Kosovo's independence through a message published by the State Department.

Blinken says Kosovo's future lies in Europe, thanking the country for its cooperation and contribution to the stability of the region.

Blinken's message:

On behalf of the United States of America, I congratulate the people of Kosovo as you celebrate the sixteenth anniversary as a sovereign and independent state.

The United States values our enduring partnership, rooted in mutual understanding, shared values, and friendship among our people. As you continue to make progress in strengthening democratic institutions and promoting the rule of law, we will continue to support a multiethnic Kosovo that advances a safer, safer and more prosperous region. The United States encourages Kosovo to implement its commitments and move forward through the EU-facilitated dialogue to reach a comprehensive normalization agreement with Serbia, on the road to eventual mutual recognition.

The United States believes that Kosovo's future lies in Europe and in Euro-Atlantic institutions. We support the aspirations set out in your declaration of independence and the constitution to "contribute to the stability of the region and the whole of Europe by establishing good neighbourly relations and cooperation". We welcome Kosovo's continued support for Ukraine against Russia's brutal and unjust war and we are grateful for Kosovo's generous assistance to journalists and others who sought refuge in your country. I look forward to deepening our partnership in strengthening democracy and creating the conditions for Kosovo and all its citizens to thrive in a safer, more stable and prosperous world.

Congratulations again to our friend, partner and ally on the anniversary of Kosovo's Independence Day. Have a quiet and prosperous year ahead.


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