Is a Kurti-Abdixhiku Agreement on the President in the Works? Zeqiraj Outlines a Path to Overcoming the Crisis in Kosovo

The latest meeting between Vetëvendosje Movement leader Albin Kurti and LDK chairman Lumir Abdixhiku has sparked debate over the possibility of a political deal that could help Kosovo emerge from its institutional crisis. The two leaders discussed the profile and criteria that the next president should meet, signaling a willingness to reach an agreement.

Following this development, questions have arisen as to whether the discussion was purely procedural and related to the election of the head of state, or whether it could foreshadow a broader agreement between the two parties.

Speaking to “Bota sot,” Germany-based activist Idriz Zeqiraj said the requirements for electing the president are clearly defined in the Constitution and the law. According to him, the candidate should possess stature, integrity, political knowledge and institutional experience in order to fully meet the standards required for the role.

Zeqiraj stressed that the president must respect the Constitution and state laws, serve as a unifying figure and cooperate with all citizens of the country, regardless of their political affiliations.

He believes the debate over the criteria for the presidency has generated more noise than necessary, as the powers of the head of state are already regulated by the Constitution and the law. Nevertheless, Zeqiraj believes the Kurti-Abdixhiku meeting carries greater political significance and that the election of the president, beyond the procedure itself, could signal a concrete agreement between LVV and LDK.

Regarding the possibility of political parties finding a consensus candidate for president, Zeqiraj expressed reservations. He does not believe there is a realistic chance of such an agreement and views a political solution through the pooling of votes by existing political parties in a coalition involving LVV and LDK as more likely.

According to him, such a formula would make it possible to overcome the next deadlock and avoid the elections that have been discussed.

Zeqiraj believes the latest meeting between Kurti and Abdixhiku could become the starting point for a broader political agreement to overcome the current crisis in Kosovo. He called on LVV to properly understand LDK’s goodwill, emphasizing that such a rapprochement should take place in the country’s interest.

In his analysis, Zeqiraj also addressed LDK’s commitment to establishing state institutions. He described it as a veteran party that contributed in both peace and war and as a founder of the State of Kosovo.

According to him, LDK’s persistent efforts to establish the institutions have been misinterpreted by the destructive PAN-aligned opposition, which has portrayed them as serving the party interests of LDK or those of certain individuals within it.

Zeqiraj also mentioned claims circulating on the political scene about possible coordination against LDK. Referring to the saying of “our southern brothers,” “Where there is talk, there is something behind it,” he said there had been reports of a “secret alliance” between the governing side and the PAN-aligned opposition, primarily PDK, coordinated with the Mustafa clan as well, with the aim of destroying LDK completely.

In this context, he described the campaign against Lumir Abdixhiku as a direct attack on LDK itself. Zeqiraj claimed that PDK, together with its people within LDK’s structures, had worked for a long time toward a coup against the legitimate chairman, Abdixhiku, and his leadership.

Despite political differences and obstacles, Zeqiraj insisted that LDK has been and remains an institution-oriented party. For this reason, he said, it should continue talks with LVV on electing the governing bodies of the state of Kosovo.

Idriz Zeqiraj made this point at the conclusion of his statement to “Bota sot.”