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Statement attributable to the Spokesperson for the Secretary-General – on the Kosovo government’s declaration on 31 December 2021 of “persona non grata” of an UNMIK staff member

New York, 1 January 2022 - We have been made aware of the Kosovo authorities’ declaration as “persona non grata” of a staff member of the United Nations Mission in Kosovo, UNMIK.

02 Jan 2022

A story of expectations, resilience, and hope: UNMIK film “Romni” raises awareness about child marriage

In theatres and community centres throughout Kosovo, UNMIK brought a global campaign against Gender-based violence to a local level, sparking discussion and raising awareness about early marriage.

23 Dec 2021

UNMIK and HANDIKOS mark Human Rights Day with artwork exhibition by people with disabilities

To mark International Human Rights Day, UNMIK implementing partner HANDIKOS, an NGO that provides services for and advocacy work on behalf of people with disabilities in Kosovo, is holding an exhibition of handicraft and art created

14 Dec 2021

On Human Rights Day, UNMIK calls for further efforts to promote equality for all in Kosovo

On the occasion of International Human Rights Day, UNMIK reaffirms its continuous commitment to support Kosovo institutions and other stakeholders in their efforts to advance the realisation of human rights for all communities in Kosovo, including in the context of the ongoing COVID-19 crisis.

10 Dec 2021

Condolence message to families of the bus shooting victims in Deçan/Dečane

Our heartfelt condolences to the families and loved ones of the victims of the shooting at a bus carrying school students near Gllogjan/Glođane village in Deçan/Dečane. We wish a speedy recovery to all the injured and call for the perpetrators of this heinous attack to be brought to justice.

27 Nov 2021

Looking Skywards: Sharing their Passions and Building Trust, Kosovo Youth Come Together Under the Stars

It gets dark earlier and earlier as autumn settles into Kosovo, but at least one group is looking forward to more time under the night sky.

22 Oct 2021

Recent Kosovo-Serbia tensions could ‘unravel steady but fragile progress’

15 October 2021 - Tensions over vehicle licence plates and anti-smuggling operations, between authorities in Kosovo and Serbia, in recent weeks, may contribute to unravelling “steady but fragile progress made in rebuilding trust among communities” in Kosovo and Serbia.

16 Oct 2021

‘Steady but fragile progress’ must be protected through sustained dialogue and trust-building, SRSG Tanin tells Security Council

15 October 2021 - In his briefing to the United Nations’ Security Council on 15 October, the Special Representative of the Secretary-General (SRSG) and Head of the United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo (UNMIK) Zahir Tanin warned Council members that escalating tensions had the p

15 Oct 2021

SRSG Tanin holds regular consultation with Kosovo Prime Minister Albin Kurti ahead of Security Council Session

On 11 October, Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Head of UNMIK Zahir Tanin met with the Prime Minister of Kosovo Albin Kurti, as part of regular consultations in advance of the Security Council session on Kosovo.

11 Oct 2021

SRSG Tanin holds regular consultations in Belgrade, meets with President of Serbia Aleksandar Vučić

On 7 October 2021, the Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Head of UNMIK Zahir Tanin, met with President of Serbia Aleksandar Vučić.

07 Oct 2021

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