Kosovo Parliament Confers Confidence to Albin Kurti's New Government Amidst Political Crisis
On Wednesday, the Kosovo parliament voted to confer confidence in a new government led by Prime Minister Albin Kurti. The vote concluded with 66 votes in favor, 49 against, and 5 abstentions, out of a total of 120 members. This marked the first session of the parliament since the early legislative elections held in December 2025, after Kurti's nationalist and left-wing party, Vetëvendosje (Self-determination), failed to form a coalition with other political forces.
The political deadlock caused a significant crisis, leaving Kosovo without a functioning government or parliament for much of 2025. This new government now faces several critical tasks including the adoption of the economic budget for 2026 and the ratification of concessional loan agreements with both the European Union and the World Bank.
Additionally, the new administration will need to address ongoing tensions with neighboring Serbia, a long-standing issue in the region. To foster stability and enhance the quality of life for its citizens, the government is also expected to institute reforms in the healthcare and education sectors to align more closely with its Balkan counterparts.
As Kosovo navigates this political transition, all eyes will be on Kurti and his administration to see how effectively they manage these pressing challenges and foster cooperation both domestically and internationally.
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