President of Kosovo, Vjosa Osmani, has thanked Albania for the help it has given in the integration processes, stating that Albania has been the voice of Kosovo, where there has been no representation. 

In a joint conference with her Albanian counterpart, Bajram Begaj, Osmani said that Kosovo's objective is integration into the EU and NATO, pointing out that by the end of the year, they will apply for candidate status. 

Furthermore, she added that it is important that Kosovo and Albania have a treaty for common defense to react in a reciprocal way in case of an attack on one of these two countries. 

"I congratulate Albania on its achievements on the road to the EU. We in Kosovo are happy about Albania's achievements. Albania has supported Kosovo in all periods, meanwhile you have been our voice where we are not represented. We will further intensify relations in all areas. 

Our strategic objective remains EU and NATO membership, therefore we will apply for EU status by the end of this year. 

The fact that Albania is a member of NATO is greater security for us. Security has become a priority. We are coordinating with our strategic partners so that the region feels safe. 

Regarding the cooperation between the two sides, it is more important to have a mutual protection treaty with Albania. I have been looking for such an internship for several years. So I think it's time to take the right steps. 

Preparations are being made to implement the agreements and equal treatment without discrimination. We expect the EU to be more vocal. 

We expect clear signals from the EU to be given in relation to Serbia that it should stop these actions that affect security in the region", said Osmani, among other things.