After a month of reflection and fasting during Ramadan, I wish all Muslim believers in Kosovo a happy Eid al-Fitr. Enjoy a joyful celebration with your families and friends across communities. Me fat Fitër Bajrami! Bajram Šerif Mubarek Olsun!

Importance of Kosovo’s strong coordination structure on issues related to 🇪🇺 EU integration, #GrowthPlan, #BerlinProcess, as well as continued support to Ukraine, were among the topics discussed in my farewell meeting with 🇽🇰 DPM/MFAD Glauk Konjufca. EU stands by your side!

Had a final opportunity today to discuss 🇪🇺 EU support for 🇽🇰 Kosovo in countering organised crime, anti-terrorism and migration management with Interior Minister Sveçla, as well as efforts to ensure a multi-ethnic structure of the Kosovo Police. I’ll depart but work continues.

Expressed my appreciation today for Besnik Bislimi's role in advancing 🇽🇰 Kosovo's 🇪🇺 European integration agenda and his engagement in the EU-facilitated Dialogue. As I am soon to leave Kosovo, I wished him all the best in his efforts to bring Kosovo even closer to the EU.

With a discussion focusing the 🇪🇺 #GrowthPlan, reforms in the energy sector & the need to speed up processes to enable Kosovo to reap the full benefits, I bid adieu yesterday to 🇽🇰Economy Minister Rizvanolli, thanking her, among other, for constructive engagement on integration issues.

Saying goodbye to 🇽🇰 Prime Minister Albin Kurti yesterday, we reflected on past and future EU–Kosovo relations and the substantial support the 🇪🇺 EU has extended to Kosovo thus far. I expressed my hope that all institutions will soon be functional and fully focused on EU integration.

In a farewell meeting today, I thanked 🇽🇰 President @VjosaOsmaniPRKS for her cooperation during my tenure as 🇪🇺 EU Ambassador in Kosovo. The EU remains Kosovo’s strongest and most reliable partner as the country advances towards the Union.

Inaugurating the 🇪🇺-funded sports hall in Zvečan/Zveçan today, it was inspiring to see so many youngsters who will benefit from it. The EU will continue to stand by all 🇽🇰 Kosovo communities, supporting reforms and investments that improve lives and advance Kosovo on its 🇪🇺 path.

Proud to inaugurate the 🇪🇺-funded “Nazim Kokollari” school in Prizren yesterday. Education lies at the heart of every strong society, and this €5.2m investment in better learning conditions for children from all communities is an investment in 🇽🇰’s future on its EU integration path.

Met today Glauk Konjufca in his new role as 1st DPM & MFAD. We discussed stepping up Kosovo’s EU integration efforts – the momentum to advance on this path is now. I expressed EU's appreciation for Kosovo’s voluntary alignment with EU’s CFSP, in particular support to Ukraine.

Meeting 🇽🇰's new Minister of Culture & Tourism Saranda Bogujevci tdy provided opportunity to discuss 🇪🇺's support for the culture sector, incl through #CreativeEurope Programme, resumption of the Implementation Monitoring Council’s activities & protection of religious heritage in🇽🇰.

Glad to meet the new Minister of Environment and Spatial Planning Fitore Pacolli today. We discussed the implementation of the #GreenAgenda and the need to prioritise environmental protection in 🇽🇰 Kosovo.

I wish all Muslim believers in Kosovo a peaceful and blessed month of Ramadan. May this time of self-reflection, spiritual renewal and solidarity with those in need bring health, hope and unity to you and your loved ones.

Pleased to meet the new 🇽🇰Assembly Speaker Albulena Haxhiu today. Beyond the ratification of the 🇪🇺#GrowthPlan agreements, I stressed key legislative priorities -#CivilCode, #IMC, #RTK, #SEPA, judicial reform & energy package laws - as part of reforms advancing 🇽🇰on its EU path!

Congratulated today PM Albin Kurti on his 3rd re-election. We agreed to get back to work on reforms to advance Kosovo’s European path.

Met today with former 🇽🇰 President Sejdiu. We reflected on the progress Kosovo has made on its 🇪🇺 integration path over the past two decades, and the key reforms that still lie ahead. Encouraging to see strong commitment to Kosovo’s European future from past and present leaders.

Together w/ EU Ambassadors & Heads of Mission in Kosovo, met Caretaker PM Albin Kurti to discuss perspectives for 2026. Commended the electoral process reflecting strong commitment to democratic principles & underscored the importance of swift government formation.

Discussed the role of strong, accountable local governance in implementing 🇪🇺 reforms w/ MLGA Caretaker Minister Elbert Krasniqi. Last 🇽🇰 elections show how local democracy engages people & shapes policies reflecting community needs through a decision-making close to them.

Pleased to welcome today the new SRSG and Head of UNMIK, Peter Due. We discussed 🇪🇺🇺🇳coop in #Kosovo & support for all communities and inter-ethnic #TrustBuilding.

Warm wishes to all Kosovo’s Catholic, Protestant and Evangelical Christians celebrating Christmas today. May this festive season bring joy, hope and togetherness. Merry Christmas! 🎄

Welcomed Riho Terras, @europarl.europa.eu Rapporteur for Kosovo, this morning in Pristina, ahead of his meetings with numerous interlocutors. 🇪🇺EU's engagement with 🇽🇰Kosovo, both locally and from Brussels, remains strong as ever, with new opportunities within reach, including the #GrowthPlan.

Meeting 4 new northern mayors in Zvečan/Zveçan tdy, I welcomed the smooth handover of local gov. in line w/🇽🇰law. I reiterated the need for constructive engagement between central&local authorities and 🇪🇺's support for realizing non-majority community rights as per🇽🇰Constitution.

In a meeting with re-elected mayor of Ferizaj/Uroševac, Agim Aliu, today, we focused on the fact that 70% of 🇪🇺 EU integration reforms are implemented by municipalities & that local governments are key to the enlargement process. My outreach to municipalities continues.

Following successful and inclusive 🇽🇰 Kosovo local elections, I met today re-elected mayor of Viti/Vitina, Sokol Haliti. We discussed municipal priorities for the next four years, local-central governments cooperation, and 🇪🇺 EU’s support for 🇽🇰 Kosovo’s EU integration.

🧡Unite to #EndDigitalViolence against All Women and Girls 🌐 🇪🇺#EU Heads of Missions in #Kosovo have joined the global #16DaysOfActivism campaign. 🎥See their messages & amplify the call to action! #OrangeTheWorld #EUbyYourSide #TeamEurope

At the #EU-supported & TOKA-organised #CultureOfVolunteering conference in Pristina today, I emphasised that volunteerism strengthens communities, democracy & social trust. When institutions back it, countries move forward. Engaging youth is essential & 🇪🇺 will continue to assist.

Opening tdy the #KPDS2025, organised by New Social Initiative, Sbunker & Kosovo Centre for Security Studies, I highlighted the decisive role of CSOs in advancing good governance, rule of law & countering disinformation & restoring trust - all central to 🇽🇰’s 🇪🇺perspective. Our partnership continues.

Honoured to open the #EUbyYourSide exhibition today, showcasing the impact 🇪🇺 support has on 🇽🇰 people’s daily lives. With €3.7 billion invested in #Kosovo since 1999, the 🇪🇺 remains your strongest, most reliable partner & largest provider of financial assistance. Our support continues.

🧵In a discussion with #KosovoDisabilityForum & international partners today, we sent a clear message: 🇽🇰's draft law regulating status & benefits of persons with disabilities - delayed for 9 years - needs to be adopted ASAP & institutional support ensured instead of reliance on informal care.

Welcomed tdy the Norwegian Ambassador to 🇭🇷 & non-resident Ambassador to Kosovo, Arne Sannes Bjørnstad. We discussed recent developments in Kosovo, 🇪🇺-🇳🇴 coop in supporting 🇽🇰's #development & the need for fully functional #Kosovo #institutions we could engage with more actively.