http://www.newkosovareport.com/200901081534/Politics/Germany-reconfirms-supp
ort-for-Republic-of-Kosovo.html
Kosovo Radio and Television
January 8, 2009
Germany reconfirms support for Republic of Kosovo
-“I believe that the recognition of Kosovo from the
majority of EU countries has been a result of German
leaning and engagement to recognize the independence
of Kosovo. This is a sign of our dedication for Kosovo
and also a signal for our dedication in the future so
that other countries recognize Kosovo as well,”
Lammert added.
The head of the German Parliament Norbert Lammert met
yesterday with the President of Kosovo Fatmir Sejdiu
with whom he discussed about the further deepening of
cooperation between the two countries.
The head of the German Parliament on this occasion
spoke about the engagement of his government in the
process of recognitions for the independent state of
Kosovo. He also expressed his displeasure with the
manner in which the three German BND secret service
agents were arrested.
The focus of yesterday’s meeting between Lammert and
Sejdiu were the interstate relations.
President Sejdiu on this occasion thanked the head of
German Parliament for the support his country has
offered in the reconstruction of Kosovo. He also
expressed his belief that German engagement in
obtaining recognitions for the independence of Kosovo
will be forthcoming.
Although the arrest of the three German agents was not
a subject in the discussions, Lammert expressed his
disapproval with the manner in which they were
arrested and with the manner the event was reported in
the media.
This was an unfortunate event, which should not have
happened, however it did not reflect as the main point
in the bilateral diplomatic relations, said Lammert.
“I would add one more thing: the manner in which this
case was presented, that is the arrest of the three
German agents, was as if they were criminals and this
displeased me,” said Lammert.
Lammert emphasized that his visit in Kosovo has to do
with the interest of Germany for the political and
economic development of Kosovo, a year since the
declaration of independence. He expressed the
dedication of his country to contribute to further
recognition of Kosovo.
“I believe that the recognition of Kosovo from the
majority of EU countries has been a result of German
leaning and engagement to recognize the independence
of Kosovo. This is a sign of our dedication for Kosovo
and also a signal for our dedication in the future so
that other countries recognize Kosovo as well,”
Lammert added.
Germany is one of the first and most influential EU
countries to recognize the Republic of Kosovo.
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