The inauguration ceremony of the first Albania-Kosovo unified ABC-book was held in Gjakova, attended by the Prime Minister Albin Kurti, the Minister of Education Evis Kushi and her counterpart in Kosovo, Arbërie Nagavci. In his speech, Prime Minister Kurti declared that this unified Primer united two nations, as he further wished success to the students on the path of knowledge.

“Dear Minister of Education in Albania and Kosovo, dear authors of the Primer, dear teachers and students. Our common alphabet will be taught in a unified Primer textbook. The ABC book serves for a people moving forward united. The fate of the Albanian school has been linked to the fate of our nation. Today, our nation is united by this unique Primer, this is how the inspiration passed down through the generations is materializing.

We must remember with reverence all those pens that did not break, but paved the way for light, despite painful sacrifices. I am happy that we have in hand the common Primer, which we pledged to have at the joint meeting of our governments. We will also distribute a textbook of the Albanian language for Albanians in exile. Only together can we advance the knowledge. The school will also provide value education. The path of letters is long and difficult, may the path of knowledge be good for you little girl, from this book full of sunshine in its pages”, declared Prime Minister Kurti.

Minister Kushi in her speech stated that this Primer will clear the borders between Kosovo and Albania, adding that this book is one of the best works ever done.

“I believe that one of the most beautiful works is the unique joint Primer. I am honored today to be here among you on this day that will be remembered for a long time, as the day when all the little ones learn our beautiful Albanian language with the same primer textbook.

Many were skeptical that in such a short time we would be able to realize this initiative. Not just a new Primer, but many times more qualitative and that reflects all educational, cultural and even digital developments. This primer is not just the most memorable first book, but it will erase the borders between Albania and Kosovo. This is the book that will strengthen the love for each other more, because we are one nation and we have one language”, said Kushi.

/Klara Ruci/