The Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs, Igli Hasani, is continuing his 3-day regional tour today, which includes visits to Kosovo, North Macedonia, and Montenegro.

At the beginning of this tour, Hasani was received by his counterpart in Kosovo, Donika Gërvalla-Schwarz.

During a joint press conference with Gërvalla, Minister Hasani expressed that “the liberalization of visas is a very positive step for Kosovo and the region.”

“The purpose of the regional tour is to exchange ideas on the work we need to undertake for the well-being of the region,” stated Hasani, who added, “the region is facing more threats today than at any other time in the last decade.”

Hasani strongly condemned the attack on the Kosovo Police in the north of the country, emphasizing that “this attack is a threat to the security and stability of our entire region.”

He underlined, “The perpetrators must be held accountable and brought to justice soon.”

Speaking about cooperation for the future of the region, Hasani emphasized that Albania and Kosovo are at the heart of this effort.

“Kosovo’s membership in NATO is a top priority during the Albanian presidency of the US-Adriatic Charter,” reaffirmed Hasani, adding that “regional integration into the EU is the only way to guarantee peace and stability in the Balkan Peninsula.”

Hasani highlighted, “We are ready to assist Kosovo by sharing our experience and expertise.”

He stressed, “The acceptance of the proposal on October 21 is an important step forward for Kosovo.”

He pointed out that the focus of the talks was the implementation of agreements signed within the framework of G2Gs.

Moreover, Hasani underlined, “Increasing joint representation remains of national importance,” as he praised the facilitation of cross-border traffic.

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