20 minutes agoGermany, France sceptical of visa liberalisation, Greece supports Kosovo
Periskopi(8 years ago)
(8 years ago)The two most powerful states of the European Union, Germany and France have not committed themselves to talking about the Western Balkans and Kosovo in Monday's debate of the EU Council of Ministers. Those who have spoken have expressed their concern over Pristina's plans to vote on Friday, converting KSF into Army, [...]
Those who have spoken have expressed their concern over Pristina's plans to vote Friday, converting the KSF into the Army, citing the possibility of new tensions.
When it comes to Kosovo, visa liberalisation is inevitable. Sources from the European capital have told KTV that states such as Croatia, Lithuania and even the non-recognitional state, Greece, have spoken in favour of the positive visa decision.
Spain, in question, has sought solutions for the fact that it does not recognise Kosovo passports, whether and when liberalisation occurs.
But the main and most powerful opponent for liberalisation has emerged from the Netherlands, demanding more time and work until the decision is made.
European diplomacy chiefs have agreed that Kosovo's 100 %s tax on Serbia should be lifted, because it does not contribute to dialogue between the parties.
But there have been states that have acknowledged that Kosovo faces difficulties from Serbia as far as trade is concerned.
From official statements, Slovakia's Foreign Minister Miroslav Lajcak said the formation of the Kosovo Army is more competent of NATO, but stressed that the EU also requires that this issue should be only in accordance with the Constitution and laws in force.
