PRISHTINA, May 3 /ATA/ – Kosovo President Vjosa Osmani was extended high state welcome by Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim at the government complex “Perdana Putra” in Putrajaya, Malaysia.
After bilateral talks, President Osmani and Malaysian Prime Minister appeared at a joint press conference in Kuala Lumpur.
PM Ibrahim announced that high-level bilateral consultations will take place as soon as possible to advance trade and economic relations between Malaysia and Kosovo.
On her part, Osmani thanked Anwar Ibrahim for Malaysia’s support for Kosovo, saying that their meeting reaffirmed commitment to stronger diplomatic ties and closer economic partnership in areas of mutual interest.
Osmani also hailed Malaysia’s decision to grant visa-free entry to all Kosovo citizens as a new milestone that will further boost the two countries’ bilateral ties, as an action of trust and friendship between Malaysia and Kosovo.
Osmani expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim for Malaysia’s continued support for Kosovo’s bid to join international bodies, affirming Kosovo’s readiness to contribute to more regional platforms, such as ASEAN.
In this context, President Osmani awarded the Order of Independence to Malaysian Prime Minister Ibrahim in recognition for Malaysia’s continued contribution to Kosovo’s freedom, independence and state-building process.
During her visit, President Osmani inaugurated opening of the Embassy of the Republic of Kosovo in Kuala Lumpur.
Osmani said that opening of the country’s Embassy in Kuala Lumpur marks a new diplomatic milestone for the Republic of Kosovo and reflects our expanding presence and partnerships across Asia.
“This Embassy represents a new gateway for deepening our cooperation with Malaysia, a stronger diplomatic footprint in one of the most strategic regions in Asia, and a home where the interests of our citizens will be promoted, our alliances strengthened, and the sacrifice of the people of Kosovo for freedom and statehood honored and defended,” Kosovo President stated.
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