NATO’s Supreme Allied Commander Europe (SACEUR), General Alexus G. Grynkewich, accompanied by U.S. Embassy Chargé d’Affaires Anu Prattipati, KFOR Commander Major General Roberto Vergori and his delegation, was welcomed with a military ceremony by Kosovo Security Force (KSF) Commander Lieutenant General Bashkim Jashari.
During the visit, General Grynkewich also held meetings with Defence Minister Ejup Maqedonci and KSF Commander Bashkim Jashari, discussing issues of importance to security and stability in Kosovo and the region.
According to the Ministry of Defence and the KSF, the discussions also addressed the development and advancement of the KSF, with both sides expressing their commitment to strengthening cooperation between the institutions in the future.
Another topic was the process of KFOR optimisation, in the context of evolving security developments and the need for continued coordination with local institutions.
“The visit reaffirms the importance of the partnership between the Republic of Kosovo and NATO, as well as the shared commitment to maintaining peace, security and stability in the region and beyond,” the statement said.
The KSF remains committed to developing its capabilities and strengthening its partnership with allies, in fulfilment of its constitutional mission and in its continued progress towards Euro-Atlantic standards.
