The establishment and development of Kosovo’s Gendarmerie was among the topics of the Interior Minister’s meeting with representatives of the Karabiniers in Italy.

During his visit to the General Command of the Karabinier Army, Minister Jalal Svechla met Chief of Staff General Andrea Taurelli Salimbeni.

According to the minister, the parties discussed the possibilities of deepening co-operation through exchange of professional experiences and expertise.

Since the establishment and development of the Gendarmerie of the Republic of Kosovo constitutes a priority of the Government, we exchanged views on the deepening possibilities of co-operation, especially through exchange of professional experience and expertise, aimed at building this important component of security according to better standards and practices, Svechla wrote.

The meeting also discussed Kosovo’s progress in the area of security. The minister thanked members of the Karabiniers for contributing to institutions, security, peace and stability in Kosovo.

He stressed that co-operation with international partners remains important for strengthening institutional capacities and protecting citizens.