Kosovo, US continue deepening co-operation in defence, security

Acting Defence Minister Ejup Macedonia hosted today's meeting of the Iowa National Guard General, Major General Stephen Osborn, where it was discussed Kosovo's readiness for deepening relations in the field of defence.

According to the Defence Ministry announcement, as part of this partnership, preparations are continuing for the joint deployment of Kosovo Security Force units with those of the Iowa National Guard in the United States.

“also, within the framework of the State Partnership Programme, the two sides agreed to further advance co-operation through training, schooling, exercises and other joint military activities”, the report said.

The key point is that Macedonia expressed its gratitude to General Osborn and through him, thanked the United States for its continued and inexorable support of Kosovo security forces./Periscopi/