Minister of Foreign Affairs and Diaspora Glauk Konjufca has held a meeting with his Swiss counterpart, Ignazio Cassis, with whom he has discussed relations between Kosovo and Switzerland, as well as opportunities for further deepening and bilateral co-operation.
At a joint media conference, Konjufca has named the meeting as important and productive, praising the continued support Switzerland has given Kosovo since recognition of independence.
Switzerland has been Kosovo’s staunch partner since recognition of our independence. It has supported our development and international engagement. We deeply appreciate this friendship, Conjufca has declared.
It has also highlighted the importance of the Albanian exile in Switzerland, which it has described as an inseparable part of Kosovo’s history and a special link between the two states.
Today the Kosovo exile in Switzerland is much more than a bridge between our two countries, is an integral part of our history, he has stressed, expressing gratitude for the hospitality and support Switzerland has offered to fellow countrymen over the years.
Speaking of economic co-operation, Konjufca has praised the Swiss programme of co-operation for the period 2026-2029, as well as the entry into force of the Free Trade Agreement with the country ofEFTA, which includes Switzerland.
According to him, this agreement creates new opportunities for businesses and the development of economic co-operation, which Kosovo aims to exploit in the interest of both peoples.
The meeting has also discussed Kosovo’s European road, with cerrast Konjufca praising Switzerland’s support for the process, including support for Kosovo’s membership in the Council of Europe.
He has also cited the Swiss contingent’s contribution under KFOR, stressing that Switzerland’s continued presence and engagement are important for preserving security and peace in Kosovo.
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