Thaci's response to Spanish prime minister who refused to sit at table with Kosovo

Pristina understands Spain's Prime Minister Mariano Rajoy's decision not to become part of the European Union and Western Balkans Summit in Sofia, President Thaci has said of Euroactiv. com

Of course, under no circumstances can they draw parallels between us and Spain, as Kosovo is not like Catalonja”, the Thaci statement broadcasts.

Speaking of Euroactiv. com, Thaci has said Kosovo has a friendly feeling towards Spain.

“We respect the democratic tradition in the state of Spain and also its territorial integrity”, Thaci has indicated.

We understand the sensitivity of the Spanish issue and will continue to remain friendly states. Sooner or later we will all be members of a large family, in the EU”, President Thaci was quoted as saying.

On March 23rd, Spanish Prime Minister Boyko Borissov announced his Bulgarian counterpart, Boyko Borissov, that he will not attend the Sofia Summit, as he does not want to be low at the same table as Kosovo.

However, Rajoy attended a informal dinner in Sofia a day before European leaders arrived to send the message that he would not offend Bulgarian hostess.

We have an important issue. Expanded talks with states that have not included Spain. That gives us some concern”, the prime minister of Spain had said.

At the Sofia Summit, Spain is being represented by its ambassador to the European Union, Juan Pablo, until all participating states are represented by their leaders.