Kosovo’s Prime Minister, Albin Kurti, met with the Head of the European Union Office in Kosovo, Ambassador Dirk Schuebel, who formally handed over the European Commission’s 2026 Country Report.
Following the meeting, Ambassador Schuebel addressed a press conference, commenting on the report’s findings, Kosovo’s progress across various sectors, institutional reforms and the European integration process.
Schuebel noted that the report also covers developments in the security and defence sectors, stressing that the reporting period was marked by significant political and institutional changes in Kosovo.
He pointed out that the current situation is different, highlighting the importance of fully functioning institutions and a government with a full mandate.
“The report also dedicates a section to the security and defence sector. At the same time, these developments have their own merits. The report covers the period from 7 October 2025 to 7 October 2026. During this period, we had three years and a government operating with full capacities. This created a particular situation, which is also reflected in the report,” Schuebel said.
The Ambassador noted that Kosovo is now in a different institutional situation, adding that there is a better opportunity to advance reforms and strengthen the stability of its institutions.
“Today, the situation is different. We have a government with a full mandate, and this is something we welcome. It will help strengthen the stability of Kosovo’s institutions. It is an opportunity to move forward more quickly, and we have seen momentum in the implementation of the reform agenda. We must continue working and take the necessary steps to advance this process,” he added.
Speaking about the report’s findings, Schuebel highlighted several areas in which Kosovo has made progress, including the fight against organised crime, public administration reform, statistics, the free movement of capital and the adoption of legislation to combat money laundering.
However, he stressed that the fight against corruption remains an issue requiring further attention and action.
“The report demonstrates Kosovo’s progress in several areas, including the fight against organised crime, public administration reforms, statistics, the free movement of capital, as well as the adoption of the law on combating money laundering. Nevertheless, the fight against corruption remains an issue that must be addressed and requires further work,” the Ambassador stated.
