Acting Prime Minister Albin Kurti has extended his New Year greetings to Kosovans, pledging a year of security, prosperity, and fulfilled promises. In a video posted on Facebook hours before midnight, Kurti highlighted the five main initiatives his government will pursue once officially formed.
The promised measures include:
- A €4 billion budget,
- Legislation for price caps on essential goods,
- A 13th salary for public administration employees starting early 2026,
- Removal of employment restrictions for UÇK veterans, allowing them to work without forgoing pensions,
- A €200 million energy savings package for citizens.
Reflecting on 2025, Kurti described the year as one of diplomatic achievements, noting that Kosovo secured four new international recognitions. He also emphasized the successful organization of four electoral cycles, declaring that Kosovo “no longer needs to pass democracy tests” and calling it a “model of democratic practice.”
Kurti additionally highlighted social and defense initiatives during 2025, including increased allowances for new mothers, pensioners, and students, as well as military armament upgrades and the lifting of certain EU-imposed restrictions.
While Kurti’s promises are ambitious, critics caution that the government’s ability to deliver on these measures depends on political stability following a contentious election period. With LVV securing nearly 50% of votes in the December elections, the new administration faces expectations to translate electoral success into concrete policy outcomes, while navigating potential opposition resistance.
