EC spokesperson: License plates decision not aligned with dialogue agreements

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“Kosovo has the right to phase out the KM plates, but the process needs to be aligned with the dialogue agreements,” said European Commission (EC) spokesperson for Foreign Affairs Nabila Massrali.

You have seen our statement where we do take note of the Kosovo Government’s most recent decision related to the license plates. It is very clear that Kosovo has the right to phase out the KM plates, but the process needs to be aligned with the dialogue agreements and implemented in an inclusive and consultative fashion… The decision is not aligned with the dialogue agreements which are binding for both parties, and the relevant agreement from 2016,” said Massrali.

She added that the European Union (EU) will continue to engage with its partners to find a lasting solution.

“Of course, we do call on stakeholders to maintain calm and prevent unnecessary renewed tensions on the ground,” said Massrali.