October 22, 2025 | Sinjali.com – At the 12th Berlin Process Summit in London, acting Prime Minister of Kosovo, Albin Kurti, recalled the terrorist attack in Banjskë, emphasizing that justice has yet to be served, despite Milan Radoičić admitting responsibility for organizing the assault.
“Our hostile northern neighbor should not be allowed to act with impunity, as this encourages further incursions and sends a dangerous signal that attacks against Kosovo’s sovereignty and territorial integrity can go unpunished,” Kurti said, addressing European leaders present at the summit.
Kurti addressed UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, EU representatives, and Western Balkan leaders, calling on Europe to show determination against threats undermining regional stability.
He noted that Europe today is wealthier than ever, yet simultaneously facing unprecedented challenges, particularly the growing threat of authoritarianism both within and outside the continent.
Kurti called for strong European unity, emphasizing that peace and freedom are not guaranteed, and must be defended by every generation.
“The Western Balkans are geographically within the EU and NATO borders, yet all countries remain outside the EU and half outside NATO. This is neither wise nor sustainable. To curb Russian and Chinese influence in Europe, no vacuum should be left,” he added, urging London’s support for countries seeking NATO membership.
Kurti also highlighted Kosovo’s achievements over the past five years, including:
- Average economic growth of 6%
- Improved democratic indicators
- Removal from the World Bank and IMF fragile states list
On regional economic development, he affirmed Kosovo’s support for the Regional Common Market and the Green Agenda, while calling for more funding for infrastructure and green transition and greater solidarity to reduce inequalities.
He also recalled Kosovo’s trade agreement with EFTA signed in Davos and the restoration of CEFTA functionality during Kosovo’s presidency.
Finally, Kurti reaffirmed Kosovo’s commitment to combating organized crime, illicit finance, and small arms trafficking, stressing that Kosovo is not a source of migration, but a low-number transit point.
“We share goals and values with Europe. We have no alternative but EU and NATO membership,” concluded Kurti.
