President Shiroka Pula meets Hungarian counterpart András Baka

President of the Republic of Kosovo Justina Shiroka Pula met with Hungarian President András Baka. They discussed relations between the two countries, Kosovo’s path toward integration into the European Union, opportunities for economic cooperation and regional security.

Shiroka Pula praised ties between Kosovo and Hungary and recalled that Hungary was among the first countries to recognize Kosovo’s independence, on March 19, 2008. She also emphasized her desire to further expand bilateral cooperation.

The president called for new areas of cooperation between the two countries to be explored, highlighting the economy, education and defense.

On European integration, Shiroka Pula said that EU membership is a strategic goal for Kosovo. She called on Hungary to support Kosovo’s progress toward candidate-country status and the continuation of the next steps in the integration process.

The president expressed gratitude for Hungary’s contribution to the KFOR mission in Kosovo, noting its importance in maintaining security and stability.

At the conclusion of the meeting, Shiroka Pula invited President Baka to visit Kosovo at a time convenient for both sides.