Kosovo risks losing approximately €60 million from the European Union’s Growth Plan if it fails to implement the required reforms by June 30.
Political deadlock and the lack of fully functioning institutions have prevented the adoption of key legislation needed to meet the reform benchmarks. Experts warn that losing these funds would represent a significant setback for the country’s economy and development efforts.
If additional reform commitments are not fulfilled by the end of the year, Kosovo could also lose access to more than €165 million in further EU funding.
The country has so far failed to complete the first 13 reform steps required under the EU Growth Plan, with June 30 serving as the final deadline for their implementation.
Government officials have attributed the delays to the absence of fully operational institutions.
To implement the necessary reforms, lawmakers would have needed to approve several important laws in a timely manner. However, the ongoing political stalemate has slowed and, in some cases, blocked the legislative process.
Economists and policy experts have described the potential loss of EU funds as a serious blow to Kosovo’s economy.
The first 11 reform steps that must be completed by June 30 relate to the rule of law, governance, economic development, and the green and digital transition.
A further deadline in December 2026 applies to 27 additional reforms. Failure to meet those requirements could cost Kosovo more than €165 million in additional EU support.
By the end of 2027, the European Union has allocated more than €880 million in grants and loans for Kosovo, provided that the country fulfills the agreed reform conditions.
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