Met with Kosovo’s Defence Minister Ejup Maqedonci today. Germany supports the KSF with €3m in 2026 under our Enable & Enhance Initiative 🇩🇪🤝🇽🇰 Focus: medical, logistics & fire-fighting capacities. Also advancing training cooperation. A strong partnership for security & Euro-Atlantic integration.

Saying goodbye to President Vjosa Osmani: 🇽🇰 and 🇩🇪 share a strong commitment to freedom and democracy. Ahead of the end of President Osmani’s mandate I presented her a book on the history of the Berlin Wall – a reminder of how political decisions can divide but also reunite people. (1/2)

On RTK, I argued that Kosovo needs stable institutions to advance its international and economic agenda 👇 www.instagram.com/reel/DWHoYCe...

Good to see agreement on how to implement 🇽🇰’s Laws on Foreigners + Vehicles. Ensuring residence & work permits for workers + students, avoiding disruption to health + education services & practical solutions for issuing documents to all 🇽🇰 citizens matter. Building on this progress will be key.

Thank you to the 🇩🇪 soldiers serving with KFOR at Camp Bondsteel in 🇽🇰. During my visit, I received a briefing on their mission, capabilities and equipment used in patrols and border observation. I was impressed by their dedication to maintaining peace and security.

In my first visit I congratulated Parliament Speaker Albulena Haxhiu on her election. I reaffirmed 🇩🇪 commitment to 🇽🇰 European path, underlining the necessity of institutional stability. We discussed the upcoming Presidential election and explored ways to deepen cooperation between our parliaments🇩🇪🤝🇽🇰

Promoting civic values and individual rights through advocacy and youth education are central to a functioning democracy. The Youth Initiative for Human Rights has been doing exactly that for 20 years in 🇽🇰 and I had the honor of visiting the YIHR Children of War Museum with Director Marigona Shabiu.

⚽ Football runs deep in both 🇩🇪 & 🇽🇰 culture. 🇽🇰 & 🇩🇪 players play in both our leagues and teams — showing how deeply football connects us. Today I had the pleasure of meeting Agim Ademi & further leaders of the Football Federation of Kosovo - building bridges and fostering opportunities through sport.

Today I had the honor of congratulating PM Albin Kurti on his reelection & presenting the congratulatory letter from Chancellor Friedrich Merz. We look forward to deepening our close relations & already jointly identified concrete next steps for our bilateral cooperation on economy and security. 🇩🇪🤝🇽🇰

From 🇩🇪 in Pristina and 🇽🇰 in Berlin - we celebrate together! 🇩🇪 and 🇽🇰 share a strong partnership rooted in democracy and respect. Nearly 600,000 Kosovars in Germany keep our connection alive every day. At 18, Kosovo stands as a success story. On to the next chapter! Happy Independence Day! 🇽🇰

🇩🇪 🤝 🇽🇰 #MSC2026

Strong journalism needs strong advocacy! I had the pleasure of meeting with the Association of Journalists 🇽🇰 leadership to discuss strengthening security and rights of journalists. We work closely with AJK in supporting 🇺🇦 journalists in residence and are strongly committed to continue our support!

Frank Schwabe, Parliamentary Secretary of State at Germany’s Justice Ministry, is visiting Kosovo as its new parliament and government take office. He congratulated PM Albin Kurti and met Ministers Donika Gervalla-Schwarz and Glauk Konjufca to boost bilateral cooperation. 🇩🇪🤝🇽🇰

Congratulations on your re-election as Prime Minister, dear Albin Kurti. Germany looks forward to further deepening its close partnership with Kosovo — in the economy, security and politics — and to working together in support of Kosovo’s Euro-Atlantic integration. Best wishes for the new term.

On January 27, 1945, Auschwitz was liberated, exposing the horrors of Nazi crimes. Together with the Ambassador of Israel in Kosovo, Tamar Ziv, we remember the Jewish victims and all others persecuted and murdered. We must never forget. #WeRemember

Germany and France stand united in supporting Kosovo on its path to European integration. Marking the 63rd Élysée Treaty and 7th Aachen Treaty anniversaries, the German Embassy hosted friends from the French Embassy—celebrating decades of friendship and cooperation. 🇩🇪 🤝 🇫🇷

Thank you for the exchanges with the newly elected mayors on current challenges and future prospects. Together with Deputy Christian Böttcher we visited Leposavic, Zvecan, Zupin Potok and North Mitrovica. We stand ready to jointly explore ideas for economic growth and stronger bilateral relations.

The German-Kosovar Business Association (KDWV) works to strengthen economic cooperation between our countries. In our meeting, we explored concrete ways to deepen business ties, support companies and advance joint initiatives, including the German-Kosovar Economic Forum in Oct 2026.

Strong start to the #BerlinProcess 2026! At the Berlin Process Agriculture Ministers’ Meeting in Berlin, Western Balkan states and their partners agreed on concrete steps towards EU alignment: EU acquis, sustainable agriculture & stronger regional cooperation in the Western Balkans.

At today’s official ceremony, I commemorated the victims of the Reçak/Račak massacre of 15 January 1999. The ceremony was attended by US Ambassador William Walker, former Head of the Kosovo Verification Mission, which made the crimes public. May remembrance strengthen our commitment to peace.

I had the honor of visiting the Jahjaga’s Foundation Moment Museum and meeting with fmr. Pres. Jahjaga. The stories of the survivors of sexual abuse left a deep impression, highlighting the importance of the Foundation’s work for women’s and human rights as well as peace and transitional justice.

On coffee, work, and what I hope to see in Kosovo this year: 👇 www.koha.net/en/veshtrime...

Happy New Year! For me, it started in the beautiful Sharr Mountains. 🇩🇪 🤝 🇽🇰

Congratulations 🇽🇰 on calm and democratic elections. We look forward to working with the newly formed institutions. 🇩🇪🤝🇽🇰

Back home in Berlin for the holidays. Never without a stroll on the Christmas market at Schloss Charlottenburg, my favorite in the city 🎄🌲🎄

With a large 🇽🇰 diaspora in 🇩🇪 I would like to remind all candidates, that, as a rule, election campaign events by foreign officials in Germany are not allowed in the period less than 3 months before elections. Thank you for your understanding.

Yesterday I had the pleasure of hosting the pre-screening of the 🇩🇪&🇽🇰 @artefr.bsky.social documentary “Old herbs, new spirit” at my residence! A beautiful testament to the power of reviving old traditions of raki distillation in an impressive fusion of female empowerment and modern entrepreneurship.

On today‘s opening panel of DISICON 9 I highlighted three key steps for a gender-equal digital sphere: clear policies for online interaction, independent media institutions, and personal responsibility. Together, we must combat disinformation and ensure equality in the digital world.

Honoring the legacy of President Ibrahim Rugova, an advocate for peaceful resistance and non-violent conflict resolution.

Media is the fourth pillar of democracy. At the Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung conference today I spoke about the issues public service & independent media face: institutional and budgetary challenges, shrinking markets and disinformation. Strengthening journalism is vital to protect democratic discourse.

I regret the obstructive behaviour by some members of the Central Election Commission in refusing to certify Srpska Lista for the upcoming general elections. The electoral process and technical preparations for the elections must be free from political maneuverings from political actors.

I had such fun meeting the students at the German language department at Pristina University. They have a fantastic curriculum- and their dictionaries were a throwback for me to my own time at uni (don't ask when that was...)

It was great to welcome our Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul and three members of our Parliament to Pristina! They enjoyed the warm welcome (never mind the heavy rain...). Hope to see you here again soon!

I had the pleasure of meeting RTK Directors Aleksandra Jovanovic and Rilind Gërvalla yesterday, who gave me a behind the scenes tour of their studios and their multi-lingual approach across the channels.

Today, together with my French colleague, we jointly commemorated the Armistice of November 11, 1918. This ceremony, dedicated to honoring the memory of fallen soldiers, stands as a profound symbol of Franco-German reconciliation and shared commitment to peace.

A peaceful revolution is possible. The fall of the Berlin Wall, 36 years ago today, proved it — courage and the desire for freedom brought down oppression and built the path to a united, free Europe. Freedom isn’t guaranteed. We must stand up for it — then and now, everywhere.
#WeInvestInFreedom

Sunday run 🏃‍➡️ in Gërmia Park

My sincere congratulations to President Osmani, the people of 🇽🇰 and our colleagues in the 🇽🇰 diplomatic service on the exciting news that 🇽🇰 has been recognized by 🇸🇾! Great to see this new dynamic! 🇩🇪 has always stood by 🇽🇰 independence and sovereignty!

Yesterday I visited KFOR HQ and met with COMKFOR Gen. Özkan Ulutaş and Comander of the German KFOR Contigent Col. Müller and thanked KFOR and the German contingent for their dedication to peace, security, and stability in Kosovo and the Western Balkans. 🇽🇰🇩🇪 #KFOR #Bundeswehr

Fantastic: Here is my former boss Ambassador Wolfgang Ischinger commenting on the latest season of The Diplomat 😎 youtube.com/watch?v=CItZ...

I visited the beautiful Ethnological Museum in Pristina - a wonderful experience

The Western Balkans are part of our European family — their future is in the EU. At the #BerlinProcess summit in London, Chancellor Friedrich Merz highlighted joint action on migration, security, economy & hybrid threats. Congratulations Montenegro 🇲🇪 on your 2026 presidency!

For 80 years, the #UnitedNations has been and will be the work of humanity. Not perfect, not finished, but always #BetterTogether. Here in Pristina and everywhere, 🇩🇪 stands united as reliable partner of the many people in the service of the UN who are UNderstanding and so much more! #UN80 #UNDay

Germany fully supports @eulexkosovo.bsky.social 🇪🇺 in their important work in Kosovo 🇽🇰 - thank you for your service!

Germany fully supports @eulexkosovo.bsky.social 🇪🇺 in their important work in Kosovo 🇽🇰 - thank you for your service!

London calling! Today marks the Berlin Process Leaders Summit in London! After a year of intensive preparation, our focus is on London, where government leaders of the Western Balkans meet – for new momentum, tangible results, and a shared vision for the future of the Western Balkans in Europe.

Thank you for the warm welcome @euambks.bsky.social!

Ambassador Rainer Rudolph had his first meeting with acting Prime Minister Albin Kurti today. They reaffirmed the close relationship between our countries and our support for Kosovo’s international integration. Thank you for the warm welcome! 🇩🇪🤝🇽🇰

Today Ambassador Rainer Rudolph had the honor of presenting his credentials to President Vjosa Osmani. Thank you for the warm welcome and we look forward to deepening our countries‘ partnership and friendship. 🇩🇪🤝🇽🇰

We are excited to introduce our new Ambassador Rainer Rudolph! 🇩🇪🤝🇽🇰