Skopje, 25 January 2024 (MIA) – As part of his working visit to the Republic of Kosovo, President Stevo Pendarovski visited Thursday the KFOR Regional Command - West stationed in Peja, where he met with the Macedonian troops within KFOR and the Commander of the Regional Command, Colonel Francesco Ferrara.

According to a press release from the President’s Office, at the meeting with the Macedonian troops, discussions were held over their tasks and obligations, as well as their ongoing activities.

“President Pendarovski voiced his recognition of the professionalism and commitment with which the Macedonian soldiers are executing their assigned tasks and noted that they represent the honor, professionalism, and moral of all members of the Macedonian army,” said the press release.

The President stressed that their mission has an added value since they are serving in a country that is a neighbor and a friend to North Macedonia, noting that their presence in Kosovo deepens and boosts the ties between the two countries.

“At the meeting with the Commander of the Regional Command – West, Colonel Francesco Ferrara, President Pendarovski was informed about the goals and overall activities of the Command in support of peace and security in the Republic of Kosovo,” said the press release.

Pendarovski voiced his support for the KFOR mission, stressing its importance for the stability of Kosovo and the entire region. “Through the participation of 65 Macedonian soldiers, North Macedonia, as a NATO country, is providing an active contribution to peace and stability in the region and beyond,” he said.

Photo/Video: Office of the President of North Macedonia