Kosovo, Germany discuss joint priorities for energy sector transformation

Cooperation between Kosovo and Germany in supporting the energy transition, strengthening energy security, and promoting sustainable economic development was the focus of a meeting between Kosovo's Minister of Economy, Artane Rizvanolli, and a German delegation led by Micong Klimes, Senior Policy Officer for Kosovo at Germany's Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ).

During the meeting, the two sides discussed advancing bilateral cooperation in the energy sector, with particular emphasis on shared priorities for transforming Kosovo's energy sector, CE Report informs via the Ministry of Economy of Kosovo's official website.

They exchanged views on progress achieved so far, as well as opportunities to strengthen cooperation on initiatives supporting the expansion of renewable energy, the modernisation of energy infrastructure, and the development of sustainable heating solutions.

The meeting took place as part of Dr. Klimes' visit to Kosovo, during which she is scheduled to hold meetings with partner institutions involved in Kosovo-Germany cooperation, participate in the Kosovo-German Economic Forum, and visit various German-supported projects in the country.

The meeting was also attended by Daniel Alker, Head of the Cooperation Department at the German Embassy; Markus Delfs, Director of GIZ; Moritz Reme, Head of the KfW Office; Jörg Melicke from KfW; Josephine Schmiereck from GIZ; Ganimete Huruglica from KfW; and Avni Sfishta from GIZ Kosovo.

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