"I believe that the future of Kosovo as part of the Western Balkans is in the European Union. The objective of the EU in Kosovo is to support the Kosovo authorities in developing a stable, viable and multi-ethnic society in Kosovo, cooperating peacefully with its neighbors... more |
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04.03.2010
Today Pieter Feith, EU Special Representative, visited the Women’s business association ‘Avenija’ in Laplje Selo as part of his ongoing exchange with civil society organisations in Kosovo. ‘Avenija’ is assisting and coordinating activities to enhance conditions concerning work for women.
Following the discussions with representatives of the Avenija business association, the EUSR made the following statement:
“More efforts are needed to strengthen the position of women from all communities in Kosovo’s society. The economic challenges Kosovo is facing today can be best tackled with full participation of women. Economic empowerment through financial support and training will increase initiatives of women to start their own business and make an important contribution to increase living standards.
In light of the upcoming International Women Day on 8 March, I would like to remind Kosovo authorities about their commitments to ensure greater participation of women at all levels of decision-making. Continuing efforts are needed to address issues like domestic violence and human trafficking within a strengthened institutional framework.
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Contacts for media: Julia Rueter at julia.rueter@eusrinkovo.eu, 038 2044 316, 044 509 760.
19.02.2010
Catherine Ashton, High Representative of the Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy and Vice President of the European Commission (VP/HR) visited Kosovo as part of her visit to the Western Balkans.
She met with EU representatives in Kosovo, EUSR Pieter Feith; Yves de Kermabon, Head of EULEX; Renzo Daviddi, Head of ECLO and Prime Minister Hashim Thaci as well as with other leaders of Kosovo authorities.
You can access photos and a video the VR/HR visit to Kosovo here.
10.02.2010
Interview after the Political and Security Committee meeting on Kosovo, Council of the European Union, Brussels, 5 February. Click here
