Balkans | The first anniversary of Kosovo’s independence was celebrated in the Serbian capital, Belgrade.

A reception was held in Belgrade, the capital of Serbia, on the occasion of the 15th anniversary of Kosovo’s independence.

Albanians living in Serbia and representatives of non-governmental organizations and international diplomatic missions in Belgrade attended the reception organized by the Liaison Office in Kosovo.

Ardita Senani, Advisor to the Prime Minister of Kosovo Albin Kurti, who was present at the reception, shared on his social media account, “The celebration of the 15th anniversary of the independence of the Republic of Kosovo in Belgrade was special. It is a very important symbol because the acceptance of the reality of the Republic of Kosovo by the Serbian capital will be An opportunity for democratization in Serbia and for a long-term peace in the Western Balkans.” made remarks.

Rajmi Mustafa, Chairman of the Albanian National Assembly in Serbia, said in his message: “The 15th anniversary of the independence of the Republic of Kosovo was celebrated for the first time in Belgrade. It is a special feeling. Happy Kosovo!” Use phrases.

Kosovo and Serbia have established mutual liaison offices within the scope of the agreement signed and mediated by the European Union in 2013.

The Kosovo Liaison Office in the Serbian capital continues to operate in the premises of the European Union Delegation to Serbia.

Kosovo and Serbia negotiations

The European Union demands Kosovo and Serbia to reach a final agreement that can resolve the issues between the two countries to advance the integration process.

Finally, the two parties negotiate the text known as the “Franco-German Plan”, which is supported by all members of the United States of America and the European Union.

According to the plan, which has been leaked to the media, Kosovo is required to allow the creation of a Federation of Serb Municipalities in municipalities in the country where most Serbs live. The agreement establishing the union between Kosovo and Serbia was signed in 2013 and mediated by the European Union, but has not been put into practice.

Serbia, which considers Kosovo, which unilaterally declared its independence in 2008, as its “territory”, is required to respect Kosovo’s territorial integrity and allow it to become a member of international organizations.

Serbia and Kosovo have been trying for years to find a common way to normalize relations, and eventually the two countries get to know each other, as part of the dialogue process between Belgrade and Pristina, which began in 2011 with the mediation of the European Union.

EU officials hope negotiations for the Franco-German plan will be completed in the spring.

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