Pennsylvania Commonwealth recognises February 17th as Kosovo Independence Day

The news has revealed the Kosovo Embassy in the United States, thanking Governor Josh Shapiro for his decision.

The governor's decision highlights the importance of cultural diversity and the contribution of the Albanian-American community to this state.

“Commonwealth consists of rich, vivid and varied communities that offer its citizens a wealth of knowledge and culture for the world in which they live. Our strength does not come from uniformity, but from diversity, and we are proud to celebrate the cultural diversity of our Commonwealth. The Albanian-American community is an integral part of Pennsylvania, and their contributions to the economic, cultural and social structure of our Commonwealth are irreplaceable. While celebrating Kosovo's independence, Albanian-Americans in Pennsylvania must feel a deep sense of pride and achievement. I am convinced that they will continue to be essential to the success and welfare of our Commonwealth for the many generations to come, said the governor's decision.