Kosovo Faces Early Elections
(MENAFN) Kosovo is moving towards holding early elections after Prime Minister-designate Albin Kurti failed to gather enough support in Parliament on Sunday to establish his third government.
In the parliamentary session on Sunday, Kurti’s proposed "Kurti 3" Cabinet received 56 votes in favor, 52 votes against, and four abstentions, falling short of the 61 votes required for a majority in the 120-member Assembly.
This marks the first instance since 2001 that a prime minister-designate has been unable to win a confidence vote in their initial attempt, a news agency reported.
Following the setback, Parliament Speaker Dimal Basha stated that the next step would be in the hands of President Vjosa Osmani, who is expected to consult with party leaders to see if a new majority can be formed.
As per the Constitution, Osmani must propose a new candidate within 10 days. However, if a viable government is not formed, snap elections must be held within 40 days.
In his speech to lawmakers, Kurti admitted that he had failed to reach coalition agreements and made a plea for support "in the public and state interest."
He cautioned that the failure to form a government could endanger the approval of the 2026 state budget and disrupt vital social programs, such as pensions, child allowances, and wages for public sector employees.
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