US EditionKosovo heading for an early vote after lawmakers fail to elect government
Kosovo’s ruling party won 56 votes, falling short of the majority; political deadlock has delayed reforms and stalled EU and World Bank funding, officials said.
- Kosovo lawmakers failed to elect a new government, paving the way for an early election following a monthslong political crisis in the small Balkan nation.
- Prime Minister-designate Glauk Konjufca, from the governing Self-Determination Movement party, won 56 votes in the 120-member assembly, just short of a majority needed for the election.
- The prolonged crisis means that Kosovo hasn't approved a budget for next year, sparking fears of possible negative effects on the already poor economy in the country of 2 million people.
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Government formation in Kosovo has once again failed.
Eugen Cakolli from the Democratic Institute of Kosovo has warned that any delay by the President in announcing the date for early elections increases the risk for the normal functioning of institutions next year. “Every day lost today narrows the legal options, pushes back the deadlines and brings the country closer to uncertain constitutional, political and fiscal scenarios,” Cakolli said. He added that according to the current deadlines, even …
Kosovo Parliament Fails to Elect Prime Minister—Again
On Wednesday, November 19th, Kosovo’s parliament once again failed to elect a prime minister. Caretaker leader Albin Kurti’s hopes of a third term were dashed, making snap elections likely. Kurti’s party, which won February’s vote without a majority, was unable to gather enough support to form a government. With the final attempt exhausted, the president is now expected to announce an election date. The ongoing stalemate has stalled major financ…
Kosovo Heading for an Early Vote after Lawmakers Fail to Elect Government
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