North Atlantic Treaty Organization
July 9, 2013
NATO Secretary General statement on Kosovo Security Force reaching Full Operational Capability
I congratulate all members of the Kosovo Security Force on the achievement of this step. I thank the servicemen and servicewomen of KFOR for all they have done to help build the Kosovo Security Force.
The Kosovo Security Force mission remains the same as it always has been: to conduct civil protection operations and to assist the civil authorities in responding to natural disasters and other emergencies. The Alliance will continue to provide support and advice through a NATO Liaison and Advisory Team.
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The future of the Western Balkans lies in dialogue and reconciliation. I therefore encourage members of all communities in Kosovo to consider joining the Kosovo Security Force, to ensure that it continues to become a truly multi-ethnic and representative force.
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North Atlantic Treaty Organization
July 3, 2013
North Atlantic Council visits KFOR
The NATO Secretary General Anders Fogh Rasmussen, the North Atlantic Council and ambassadors of KFOR contributing partners visited KFOR on Wednesday (3 July) to show continued support to the commander of KFOR General Halbauer and his troops, as well as NATO’s continued commitment to…the region. “This is a time of great opportunity for Kosovo and for this region. I encourage all the leaders and the people from all communities to continue on the path of reconciliation and dialogue”, the Secretary General said. “Because we all know that this is the path to long-term security, and long-term prosperity.”
The Secretary General met Mr Hashim Thaci and other local government leaders…
The Secretary General made clear that NATO and KFOR will continue to guarantee security in Kosovo and remain ready to deal with any attempts to undermine the progress that has been made.
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“Because peace and security here will benefit everyone in the region, and will take us closer to our goal: a Europe that is whole, free, and at peace.”
During the visit, the North Atlantic Council and the representatives of KFOR contributing nations also met with Mr. Hashim Thaci for an exchange of views…
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