Miroslav Lajčak, the outgoing EU envoy for Kosovo-Serbia dialogue, highlighted the importance of the 2023 Ohrid Agreement in fostering normalization between the two nations during his meeting with Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić.
In a statement on social media platform X on Tuesday evening, Lajčak emphasized that further progress is vital not only for Serbia and Kosovo but also for the European Union and their collective future.
“In my final meeting in my current role with President Aleksandar Vučić, I discussed the state of the dialogue. I stressed that the 2023 Ohrid Agreement paved the way forward toward normalization. Further progress is in the interest of Serbia, Kosovo, the EU, and their future,” Lajčak wrote.
Vučić Discusses Security Challenges
On his Instagram account, President Vučić confirmed that the discussion with Lajčak occurred on the sidelines of the Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. He described the conversation as open and focused on regional security challenges, particularly those faced by the “Serbian people in Kosovo.”
“We had an open conversation about the situation in the region, especially about the security challenges faced by our people in Kosovo, as well as the future of the dialogue between Belgrade and Prishtina,” Vučić stated. He also called on EU member states to strengthen their commitment and influence in Kosovo.
Significance of the Ohrid Agreement
The 2023 Ohrid Agreement marked a critical step in resolving longstanding tensions between Kosovo and Serbia, aiming to normalize relations and align with European Union integration objectives. As Lajčak prepares to transition out of his role, the future of this dialogue remains a pivotal issue for all parties involved.
