Even before the local election process has concluded, speculation has begun about whether Kosovo could head toward another round of elections — this time for the national Assembly.
By October 26, the mandate holder for forming the new government emerging from the February 9, 2025 elections, Albin Kurti, the leader of Vetëvendosje, must present his cabinet to the Assembly for a vote of confidence.
If this does not happen, the country may be forced to hold new parliamentary elections, marking the second national vote within a single year.
Valmir Elezi, spokesperson for the Central Election Commission (CEC), told KosovaPress that the institution is currently focused on completing the local elections and preparing for second-round mayoral runoffs.
He emphasized that the CEC does not engage in political debates, but remains committed to fulfilling its constitutional obligations.
“Currently, the CEC is engaged in finalizing the Local Election process, including the certification of results and preparations for the second round in municipalities where no candidate reached 50% +1 of the total valid votes. The CEC does not comment on political statements or announcements by political leaders. However, as always, the Commission remains dedicated to fulfilling its constitutional and legal duties whenever an election process is officially called,” said Elezi.
Despite this readiness, Elezi acknowledged that holding new national elections within such a short timeframe would be a challenge for the institution’s staff.
“Organizing another election within a short period would certainly be a challenge for the CEC and its staff, especially since we are still actively managing the local elections. However, as always, the CEC will act according to its legal mandate and take all necessary measures if new elections are officially announced,” he added.
Meanwhile, the counting of diaspora votes and votes for several municipal assemblies is ongoing, and runoff elections in dozens of municipalities are scheduled for November 9.
