Acting Prime Minister of Kosovo, Albin Kurti, attended the reception hosted by the Embassy of Belgium in Kosovo to mark King’s Day, celebrating His Majesty, King Philippe.
In his remarks, Kurti emphasized that Kosovo and Belgium share more than friendship—they share core values. He highlighted that the relationship is built on democracy, a shared European future, and the belief that peace and justice must prevail.
“Belgium stood by Kosovo during critical moments—from the peaceful resistance against oppression in the 1990s to the liberation war of 1998-1999, which ended years of suffering. Since then, Belgium has continued supporting Kosovo’s reconstruction, development, and statehood,” Kurti said.
He noted that Belgium was among the first countries to legally and morally justify Western humanitarian intervention in Kosovo and among the first to recognize Kosovo’s independence in 2008, remaining a consistent supporter of Kosovo’s sovereignty and Euro-Atlantic integration.
Today, Kurti said, relations are stronger than ever. He referenced Belgium’s upgraded diplomatic presence in Pristina (October 2023) and the anticipated accreditation of a Kosovo Defense Attaché in Brussels as milestones in bilateral partnership. He also welcomed Belgium’s return as a KFOR contributor, reaffirming its commitment to peace and stability in Kosovo and the Western Balkans.
Kurti stressed the importance of deepening cooperation in trade, education, justice, and security, noting that Belgium’s model of good governance and pluralism serves as inspiration for building a democratic, fair, and prosperous Kosovo.
“On King’s Day, we celebrate with Belgium the values of freedom, solidarity, and human dignity that unite us. I hope our partnership continues to grow, guided by ideals that Belgium has long embodied: freedom, compassion, and a deep commitment to Europe’s shared future,” Kurti concluded.
