Kosovo President Vjosa Osmani praised Türkiye‘s continued assist for her nation throughout her speech on the Antalya Diplomacy Forum (ADF) on Friday.
“I thank President Erdoğan for his personal engagement since when he was prime minister in making sure that more and more nations around the world recognize our struggle for freedom and our right in independence,” Osmani mentioned, talking as a panelist on the “ADFTalks” session.
Erdoğan personally reveals his assist to us at each alternative, she added through the session which was moderated by TRT World’s Andrew Hopkins, additionally highlighting the significance of worldwide cooperation.
“Through their (the US and Türkiye) help, and many other countries who helped us … We gained recognition from the vast majority of countries around the world.”
The ADF, held on the NEST Conference Center in Belek, is thought for bringing leaders collectively not solely to interact in dialogue however to additionally take concrete actions.
The three-day discussion board, which kicked off on Friday, is centered on the theme “Reclaiming Diplomacy in a Fragmented World,” this yr.
The occasion brings collectively international leaders, policymakers, and consultants to deal with important international challenges, reminiscent of geopolitical tensions, inequality, violence, and local weather change, whereas exploring methods diplomacy can restore stability and foster worldwide cooperation.
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Osmani expressed her appreciation for the discussion board, which facilitates discussions amongst leaders from international locations that “do not speak to each other,” remodeling it right into a helpful heart for dialogue.
In her remarks, Osmani additionally emphasised the importance of diplomacy in gentle of latest worldwide crises.
She pressured the significance of human-centered approaches in these difficult occasions, noting that Kosovo’s younger technology is experiencing peace for the primary time, with earlier generations having confronted the hardships of conflict.
Osmani additional addressed Kosovo’s ongoing recognition course of, stating that the nation had gained momentum with 118 nations formally recognizing its independence.
She acknowledged the complicated conditions surrounding this course of, noting the unfold of misinformation and counter-propaganda.
“There’s absolutely no question marks on Kosovo’s legality, independence and its compliance with international law,” she asserted, including that Serbia would face challenges in its EU integration if it didn’t resolve the popularity problem with Kosovo.
The Kosovo president additionally mentioned the numerous worldwide assist Kosovo has acquired, notably from Türkiye and the US.
She highlighted that Kosovo’s navy personnel have supplied very important assist to each US and Turkish forces in varied areas, positioning Türkiye and the US as Kosovo’s “largest defense partners.”
She pressured the significance of enhancing protection capabilities by way of additional coaching and procurement.
As for bilateral relations, Osmani emphasised that Türkiye and Kosovo share wonderful ties throughout all sectors.
According to her, an important think about Türkiye-Kosovo relations is that they’re based mostly on “trust.”
She famous the deep gratitude felt by the individuals of Kosovo and expressed enthusiasm for continued collaboration with Erdoğan, his authorities, and particularly the Turkish individuals, whose “warmth and solidarity” are persistently felt throughout “each visit.”
In a submit on X following her assembly with the Turkish president, Osmani described Erdoğan as “a true friend, a powerful voice for our rights, and a pillar of support at every step of our state-building journey.” She mentioned the 2 international locations share not solely friendship, but additionally belief, respect, and a typical imaginative and prescient for the long run.
Source: www.anews.com.tr