The Central Election Commission (CEC) of Kosovo has officially certified the results of the parliamentary elections held on December 28, clearing the way for the formation of new government institutions.
During a session held Monday evening, the CEC approved the final results with 11 votes in favor.
“The result announced on election day is identical to the certified result,” said CEC Chair Kreshnik Radoniqi, noting there was no need to repeat the figures.
Two members from Lëvizja Vetëvendosje (LVV) also participated in the certification process. Sami Kurteshi highlighted that he continues to have reservations regarding the Serb List, reflecting longstanding concerns over the party’s participation and support from Belgrade. Similar positions were voiced by Arianit Elshani of PDK, who called for reforms in the Election Law to address issues with postal voting and vote counting, particularly for parliamentary candidates.
“We request that the CEC be more involved in any future amendments to the Election Law,” Radoniqi added.
According to the certified results:
- Lëvizja Vetëvendosje (LVV) secured 51.10% of the vote, winning 57 seats in Parliament.
- Democratic Party of Kosovo (PDK) came second with 20.19%, obtaining 22 seats.
- Democratic League of Kosovo (LDK) won 13.24% and 15 seats, while the Alliance for the Future of Kosovo (AAK) received 5.50% and six seats.
From the seats reserved for the Serb minority, nine went to the Serb List, and one to the Party for Freedom, Justice and Survival (PShMB) led by Nenad Rashiq. Non-Serb minorities collectively won ten mandates.
The certification follows a full recount of regular ballots, a process initiated after discrepancies were discovered in the votes for some candidates.
With the election results now certified, Kosovo is set to move forward in forming its new parliamentary and governmental institutions, marking a critical step in the country’s democratic process.
