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Aivo Orav @euambks.bsky.social · 20/03/2026

After a month of reflection and fasting during Ramadan, I wish all Muslim believers in Kosovo a happy Eid al-Fitr. Enjoy a joyful celebration with your families and friends across communities. Me fat Fitër Bajrami! Bajram Šerif Mubarek Olsun!

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Aivo Orav @euambks.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

Importance of Kosovo’s strong coordination structure on issues related to 🇪🇺 EU integration, #GrowthPlan, #BerlinProcess, as well as continued support to Ukraine, were among the topics discussed in my farewell meeting with 🇽🇰 DPM/MFAD Glauk Konjufca. EU stands by your side!

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Aivo Orav @euambks.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

Had a final opportunity today to discuss 🇪🇺 EU support for 🇽🇰 Kosovo in countering organised crime, anti-terrorism and migration management with Interior Minister Sveçla, as well as efforts to ensure a multi-ethnic structure of the Kosovo Police. I’ll depart but work continues.

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Aivo Orav @euambks.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

Expressed my appreciation today for Besnik Bislimi's role in advancing 🇽🇰 Kosovo's 🇪🇺 European integration agenda and his engagement in the EU-facilitated Dialogue. As I am soon to leave Kosovo, I wished him all the best in his efforts to bring Kosovo even closer to the EU.

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Aivo Orav @euambks.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

With a discussion focusing the 🇪🇺 #GrowthPlan, reforms in the energy sector & the need to speed up processes to enable Kosovo to reap the full benefits, I bid adieu yesterday to 🇽🇰Economy Minister Rizvanolli, thanking her, among other, for constructive engagement on integration issues.

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Aivo Orav @euambks.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

Saying goodbye to 🇽🇰 Prime Minister Albin Kurti yesterday, we reflected on past and future EU–Kosovo relations and the substantial support the 🇪🇺 EU has extended to Kosovo thus far. I expressed my hope that all institutions will soon be functional and fully focused on EU integration.

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Aivo Orav @euambks.bsky.social · 16/03/2026

In a farewell meeting today, I thanked 🇽🇰 President @VjosaOsmaniPRKS for her cooperation during my tenure as 🇪🇺 EU Ambassador in Kosovo. The EU remains Kosovo’s strongest and most reliable partner as the country advances towards the Union.

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Aivo Orav @euambks.bsky.social · 04/03/2026

Inaugurating the 🇪🇺-funded sports hall in Zvečan/Zveçan today, it was inspiring to see so many youngsters who will benefit from it. The EU will continue to stand by all 🇽🇰 Kosovo communities, supporting reforms and investments that improve lives and advance Kosovo on its 🇪🇺 path.

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Aivo Orav @euambks.bsky.social · 04/03/2026

Proud to inaugurate the 🇪🇺-funded “Nazim Kokollari” school in Prizren yesterday. Education lies at the heart of every strong society, and this €5.2m investment in better learning conditions for children from all communities is an investment in 🇽🇰’s future on its EU integration path.

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Aivo Orav @euambks.bsky.social · 26/02/2026

Met today Glauk Konjufca in his new role as 1st DPM & MFAD. We discussed stepping up Kosovo’s EU integration efforts – the momentum to advance on this path is now. I expressed EU's appreciation for Kosovo’s voluntary alignment with EU’s CFSP, in particular support to Ukraine.

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Aivo Orav @euambks.bsky.social · 25/02/2026

Meeting 🇽🇰's new Minister of Culture & Tourism Saranda Bogujevci tdy provided opportunity to discuss 🇪🇺's support for the culture sector, incl through #CreativeEurope Programme, resumption of the Implementation Monitoring Council’s activities & protection of religious heritage in🇽🇰.

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Aivo Orav @euambks.bsky.social · 23/02/2026

Glad to meet the new Minister of Environment and Spatial Planning Fitore Pacolli today. We discussed the implementation of the #GreenAgenda and the need to prioritise environmental protection in 🇽🇰 Kosovo.

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Aivo Orav @euambks.bsky.social · 19/02/2026

I wish all Muslim believers in Kosovo a peaceful and blessed month of Ramadan. May this time of self-reflection, spiritual renewal and solidarity with those in need bring health, hope and unity to you and your loved ones.

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Aivo Orav @euambks.bsky.social · 18/02/2026

Pleased to meet the new 🇽🇰Assembly Speaker Albulena Haxhiu today. Beyond the ratification of the 🇪🇺#GrowthPlan agreements, I stressed key legislative priorities -#CivilCode, #IMC, #RTK, #SEPA, judicial reform & energy package laws - as part of reforms advancing 🇽🇰on its EU path!

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Aivo Orav @euambks.bsky.social · 16/02/2026

Congratulated today PM Albin Kurti on his 3rd re-election. We agreed to get back to work on reforms to advance Kosovo’s European path.

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Aivo Orav @euambks.bsky.social · 05/02/2026

Met today with former 🇽🇰 President Sejdiu. We reflected on the progress Kosovo has made on its 🇪🇺 integration path over the past two decades, and the key reforms that still lie ahead. Encouraging to see strong commitment to Kosovo’s European future from past and present leaders.

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Aivo Orav @euambks.bsky.social · 14/01/2026

Together w/ EU Ambassadors & Heads of Mission in Kosovo, met Caretaker PM Albin Kurti to discuss perspectives for 2026. Commended the electoral process reflecting strong commitment to democratic principles & underscored the importance of swift government formation.

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Aivo Orav @euambks.bsky.social · 13/01/2026

Discussed the role of strong, accountable local governance in implementing 🇪🇺 reforms w/ MLGA Caretaker Minister Elbert Krasniqi. Last 🇽🇰 elections show how local democracy engages people & shapes policies reflecting community needs through a decision-making close to them.

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Aivo Orav @euambks.bsky.social · 08/01/2026

Pleased to welcome today the new SRSG and Head of UNMIK, Peter Due. We discussed 🇪🇺🇺🇳coop in #Kosovo & support for all communities and inter-ethnic #TrustBuilding.

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Aivo Orav @euambks.bsky.social · 25/12/2025

Warm wishes to all Kosovo’s Catholic, Protestant and Evangelical Christians celebrating Christmas today. May this festive season bring joy, hope and togetherness. Merry Christmas! 🎄

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Aivo Orav @euambks.bsky.social · 09/12/2025

Welcomed Riho Terras, @europarl.europa.eu Rapporteur for Kosovo, this morning in Pristina, ahead of his meetings with numerous interlocutors. 🇪🇺EU's engagement with 🇽🇰Kosovo, both locally and from Brussels, remains strong as ever, with new opportunities within reach, including the #GrowthPlan.

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Aivo Orav @euambks.bsky.social · 08/12/2025

Meeting 4 new northern mayors in Zvečan/Zveçan tdy, I welcomed the smooth handover of local gov. in line w/🇽🇰law. I reiterated the need for constructive engagement between central&local authorities and 🇪🇺's support for realizing non-majority community rights as per🇽🇰Constitution.

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Aivo Orav @euambks.bsky.social · 08/12/2025

In a meeting with re-elected mayor of Ferizaj/Uroševac, Agim Aliu, today, we focused on the fact that 70% of 🇪🇺 EU integration reforms are implemented by municipalities & that local governments are key to the enlargement process. My outreach to municipalities continues.

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Aivo Orav @euambks.bsky.social · 08/12/2025

Following successful and inclusive 🇽🇰 Kosovo local elections, I met today re-elected mayor of Viti/Vitina, Sokol Haliti. We discussed municipal priorities for the next four years, local-central governments cooperation, and 🇪🇺 EU’s support for 🇽🇰 Kosovo’s EU integration.

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European Union in Kosovo @euinkosovo.bsky.social · 25/11/2025

🧡Unite to #EndDigitalViolence against All Women and Girls 🌐 🇪🇺#EU Heads of Missions in #Kosovo have joined the global #16DaysOfActivism campaign. 🎥See their messages & amplify the call to action! #OrangeTheWorld #EUbyYourSide #TeamEurope

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Aivo Orav @euambks.bsky.social · 25/11/2025

At the #EU-supported & TOKA-organised #CultureOfVolunteering conference in Pristina today, I emphasised that volunteerism strengthens communities, democracy & social trust. When institutions back it, countries move forward. Engaging youth is essential & 🇪🇺 will continue to assist.

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Aivo Orav @euambks.bsky.social · 25/11/2025

Opening tdy the #KPDS2025, organised by New Social Initiative, Sbunker & Kosovo Centre for Security Studies, I highlighted the decisive role of CSOs in advancing good governance, rule of law & countering disinformation & restoring trust - all central to 🇽🇰’s 🇪🇺perspective. Our partnership continues.

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Aivo Orav @euambks.bsky.social · 24/11/2025

Honoured to open the #EUbyYourSide exhibition today, showcasing the impact 🇪🇺 support has on 🇽🇰 people’s daily lives. With €3.7 billion invested in #Kosovo since 1999, the 🇪🇺 remains your strongest, most reliable partner & largest provider of financial assistance. Our support continues.

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Aivo Orav @euambks.bsky.social · 20/11/2025

🧵In a discussion with #KosovoDisabilityForum & international partners today, we sent a clear message: 🇽🇰's draft law regulating status & benefits of persons with disabilities - delayed for 9 years - needs to be adopted ASAP & institutional support ensured instead of reliance on informal care.

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Aivo Orav @euambks.bsky.social · 18/11/2025

Welcomed tdy the Norwegian Ambassador to 🇭🇷 & non-resident Ambassador to Kosovo, Arne Sannes Bjørnstad. We discussed recent developments in Kosovo, 🇪🇺-🇳🇴 coop in supporting 🇽🇰's #development & the need for fully functional #Kosovo #institutions we could engage with more actively.

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Aivo Orav @euambks.bsky.social · 04/11/2025

🧵Today the @ec.europa.eu published 2025 #Kosovo Report. In a presser with Caretaker PM Kurti I highlighted: 1. It's a decisive time for🇽🇰, WB6 & the🇪🇺. The 🇪🇺 is ready to bring partners w/European aspirations even closer. #EU #Enlargement is not a distant goal-it is a strategic imperative.

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Aivo Orav @euambks.bsky.social · 31/10/2025

On #WPS25, honoured to present tdy with Kosovo Women's Network Director Rogova the joint Gender Analysis of Peace & Security in 🇽🇰 #Kosovo. The 🇪🇺 EU in Kosovo will continue supporting #GenderEquality, #WomenEmpowerment & #GBVelimination as pillars of peace, security & sustainable development.

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Aivo Orav @euambks.bsky.social · 30/10/2025

At the European Committee of the Regions Working Group on #Kosovo mtg in Pristina today, I underlined that 70% of #EU #integration-related reforms need to be implemented by #municipalities, making them key to the #enlargement process. 🇪🇺 support for local-level #development in 🇽🇰 therefore continues.

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Aivo Orav @euambks.bsky.social · 27/10/2025

Glad to open EU in Kosovo-supported #GlassRoomExhibition: #Misinformation Edition in Pristina today, launching the 🇪🇺’s Global Media & Information Literacy Week activities in 🇽🇰. Knowledge and critical thinking are our best tools against misinformation & guardians of democracy!

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Aivo Orav @euambks.bsky.social · 27/10/2025

Visited today 🇽🇰's Justice Academy & marked the #EuropeanDayofJustice with newly appointed judges, prosecutors & Director Fejzullahu, focusing on judicial independence & accountability. 🇽🇰 Kosovo should urgently adopt the #CivilCode – key to it's #RuleOfLaw reform & the 🇪🇺 EU integration path.

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Aivo Orav @euambks.bsky.social · 17/10/2025

Good discussion tdy with the 🇫🇮 Finnish Parliament’s Legal Affairs Committee delegation & Ambassador Laaksonen, on the current political situation in 🇽🇰 #Kosovo and its #EUintegration process. We underlined the 🇪🇺’s support for strengthening the #RuleOfLaw & related reforms.

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Aivo Orav @euambks.bsky.social · 16/10/2025

Had a good exchange with the newly appointed 🇩🇪German Ambassador to 🇽🇰Kosovo, @rainerrudolph.bsky.social. We discussed current political developments & the importance of the 🇪🇺’s continued support for #Kosovo’s progress on its #EU integration path, to the benefit of all its citizens. @pristina.diplo.de

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Aivo Orav @euambks.bsky.social · 15/10/2025

Honoured to welcome today in 🇽🇰 #Kosovo the 🇪🇺 @ec.europa.eu President @vonderleyen.ec.europa.eu ahead of her meetings with President Osmani & Caretaker Prime Minister Kurti.

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Aivo Orav @euambks.bsky.social · 14/10/2025

One more great game 🙌 Congratulation to 🇽🇰 Kosovo on last night’s 1:0 win in the game with 🇸🇪 Sweden in UEFA EURO Qualifiers. Keep it up 👍 📸 UEFA.com

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Aivo Orav @euambks.bsky.social · 13/10/2025

Welcome the peaceful, competitive & inclusive conduct of the 1st round of 🇽🇰 #Kosovo's #LocalElections with participation of all communities, as well as a free, fair and inclusive media coverage contributing to a transparent electoral process, expected also in the 2nd round.

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Aivo Orav @euambks.bsky.social · 08/10/2025

Every electoral vote counts & matters in strengthening 🇽🇰Kosovo as a vibrant & multi-ethnic democratic country. With local elections coming up this Sunday, I call on all eligible voters, regardless of ethnicity or party preference, to cast their ballot & choose their reps. 1/2

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Aivo Orav @euambks.bsky.social · 06/10/2025

In a meeting with 🇦🇹 Europe Minister Claudia Plakolm & 🇸🇮 MFA State Secretary Neva Grašič today, @eulexkosovo.bsky.social HoM and I discussed recent developments in #Kosovo, the importance of the forthcoming elections, and the need to overcome the political stalemate — all key for 🇽🇰’s progress.

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Aivo Orav @euambks.bsky.social · 03/10/2025

At today’s NATO Kosovo Force- KFOR Change of Command Ceremony, I thanked KFOR’s XXIX Commander Major General Barduani for his excellent cooperation & support to 🇪🇺 EU in Kosovo. Looking forward to working with Major General Özkan Ulutaş as he returns to 🇽🇰 #Kosovo to lead #KFOR.

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Aivo Orav @euambks.bsky.social · 01/10/2025

Welcomed tdy 🇽🇰 #CentralElectionCommission Chairperson Radoniqi at 🇪🇺 #EU HoMs mtg, discussing the CEC's crucial role in ensuring integrity, inclusiveness, transparency and smooth organisation of the forthcoming elections &impartial, law-based decision making building public trust.

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Aivo Orav @euambks.bsky.social · 01/10/2025

Congratulations to 🇽🇰 #OmbudspersonInstitution on its 25th anniversary! Full implementation of its recommendations by all 🇽🇰 institutions is vital, as a key #HumanRights & #RuleOfLaw safeguard and part of Kosovo’s 🇪🇺 integration path. The 🇪🇺 will continue supporting the OI's work.

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Aivo Orav @euambks.bsky.social · 28/09/2025

Happy #CommunityDay to all #Kosovo #Bosniaks. Your heritage, language & traditions are an integral part of 🇽🇰’s diverse and vibrant social fabric. The 🇪🇺 reaffirms its support for a multi-ethnic 🇽🇰 where all communities are valued & their voices heard. #EUbyYourSide

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Aivo Orav @euambks.bsky.social · 24/09/2025

Paid respect today to late #KosovoPolice Officer Afrim Bunjaku killed in the hideous Banjska/Banjskë attack 2 years ago. Attack perpetrators must be held accountable. The 🇪🇺 expects 🇷🇸 authorities to apprehend & prosecute those found in 🇷🇸 & respond to 🇽🇰's mutual legal assistance request.

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Aivo Orav @euambks.bsky.social · 09/09/2025

🙌 Great football last night ⚽️ Sincere congratulations to the 🇽🇰Kosovo team on their 2-0 win in the game with 🇸🇪Sweden. Best of luck in the rest of the UEFA European Qualifiers! 📸 @uefa.com

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Aivo Orav @euambks.bsky.social · 04/09/2025

Met the newly elected 🇽🇰 Assembly Speaker Dimal Basha today. We discussed the need to respect constitutional processes, ensuring inclusive, multi-ethnic institutions. The 🇪🇺 is here to support 🇽🇰-the formation of the Gov. & AoK committees is key to progressing w/the #GrowthPlan.

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Aivo Orav @euambks.bsky.social · 03/09/2025

Pleased to welcome today the newly arrived 🇸🇮Slovenian Ambassador to 🇽🇰Kosovo, Borut Blaj. Our discussion underscored the importance of working together as the #EUFamily 🇪🇺 to support Kosovo’s progress on its EU path.

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