KPrime Minister Albin Kurti has received a letter of congratulations from UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham.

In his letter, Burnham has praised the close relationship and the long-standing partnership between Kosovo and the United Kingdom, reflecting British support for Kosovo’s development as a sovereign, independent and multiethnic state.

He has stressed that the United Kingdom is proud to be among the first countries to recognise Kosovo’s independence, Klankosova broadcast.tv.

We are proud to have been among the first countries to recognise Kosovo’s independence. We remain steadfast in supporting Kosovo’s continued development as a sovereign, independent and multiethnic state, as well as highly esteeming our continued co-operation in promoting stability and security in Europe, he wrote.

Burnham has also underlined the importance of international justice, accountability and rule of law as essential elements for achieving lasting reconciliation.

At the end of the letter, the British prime minister has expressed readiness to co-operate with Kurt in addressing Europe’s main challenges and expanding partnership between the two countries.

He has in particular cited strengthening economies and fighting serious organised crime as areas of common interest.