Vucic: It is necessary to say more clearly who is responsible for constantly causing tensions in Kosovo

Sastanak Vučića i Tarnera
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Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic said during a meeting with US Congressman Michael Turner that Serbia was putting a lot of effort into the dialogue between Belgrade and Pristina with the mediation of the EU because it saw it as the only right way to reach a sustainable agreement and resolve the crisis situations caused by the unilateral moves of the Pristina authorities.

As reported by the Media Service of the President of Serbia, Vucic thanked the US side for the efforts it was making in order to calm tensions in Kosovo and pointed out that it was important to say more clearly whose responsibility it was for constantly causing tensions, instead of both sides constantly calling for de-escalation.

The President of Serbia discussed with Congressman Turner bilateral relations, Serbia's European path, the dialogue between Belgrade and Pristina, and all other current regional and world issues.

Vucic welcomed the dynamic political dialogue with representatives of the US administration and Congress, stressing that Serbia was committed to meaningful cooperation and improvement of relations between Serbia and the US, especially in the field of economy.

Recalling that diplomatic relations between Serbia and the USA had been established 142 years ago, President Vucic expressed the hope that these ties would further strengthen in the period ahead and noted that Serbia had proposed the establishment of a Strategic Dialogue with the USA, which would give bilateral relations a clearer structure. 

Vucic expressed his gratitude for Washington's continued support for Serbia's path to full membership in the EU, on which, as he noted, Serbia was working hard with the necessary reforms.

Republican congressman Michael Turner said that he sincerely appreciated the efforts of President Vucic and his role in ensuring peace and stability in the region.

He also expressed satisfaction with Serbia's economic progress and praised Serbia's commitment to further encouraging regional cooperation.