UNMIK/PR/1604
PRISTINA – Special Representative of the UN Secretary-General in Kosovo (SRSG) Joachim Rücker made the following statement today in Pristina:
“I have taken note of Special Envoy Martti Ahtisaari’s statement today that he will present his proposal on Kosovo’s status without delay after the parliamentary elections in Serbia.
“There are many compelling reasons to come to clarity on Kosovo’s status as soon as possible. Therefore I look forward to the presentation of the status proposal.
“I will continue to work closely with the Contact Group, the Special Envoy and the parties on preparing Kosovo for final status and on ensuring a smooth transition to the future authorities as well as to the future international presence.
“While we await the Special Envoy’s proposal, UNMIK and the Kosovo Government continue to have a full agenda, firstly maintaining a safe and secure environment together with KFOR and pushing forward on the Standards for Kosovo and European Integration. I also expect Kosovo’s leaders to continue to speak with one voice.
“I am confident that all stakeholders will remain committed to the process and to the guiding principles set out by the Contact Group and will continue to avoid even the perception of unilateral action that might undermine support for Kosovo at this crucial time.”