Acting Minister of Finance, Labor and Transfers, Hekuran Murati, announced that the World Bank has officially removed Kosovo from its list of fragile and conflict-affected states, marking a major milestone in the country’s post-conflict development trajectory.
In a public statement shared on his official Facebook page, Murati described the move as a “super news” moment, underscoring its significance for Kosovo’s institutional and economic credibility.
“After more than 15 years as a member of the World Bank, this week we received the notification that Kosovo has been removed from the list. This marks a remarkable advancement and seals our achievements as a state, demonstrating institutional stability and economic resilience,” Murati wrote.
The minister emphasized that the decision is expected to positively impact Kosovo’s international image and boost foreign investor confidence.
Murati also highlighted the excellent cooperation between Kosovo’s institutions—notably the Ministry of Finance and the Central Bank of Kosovo—as well as strong coordination with the World Bank, which contributed to this success.
“This achievement reflects not only institutional progress, but also our excellent collaboration with the World Bank and the coordinated work between MFPT and CBK,” he added, thanking all parties involved.
Kosovo’s removal from the fragile states list is seen as a symbolic and practical indicator of its improved governance, financial management, and growing global credibility.
