“SPEAK Openly” with the British Ambassador and members of Civil Society

Prishtina, June 10, 2011 – Movement FOL within the forum “SPEAK Openly”, organized a panel discussion with the UK Ambassador in Kosovo, Mr. Ian Cliff, and members of civil society. The discussion focused on current developments in Kosovo, anti-corruption fight, the dialogue between Kosovo and Serbia, and the strategy of the United Kingdom to support the international recognition of Kosovo, especially those within the EU states that have not recognized Kosovo.

In his speech at the forum, Ambassador Cliff pointed out:
“Fighting corruption is one of the areas of special importance to the British Embassy. Supporting two projects regarding the fight against corruption, including the project of Movement FOL, shows our commitment towards corruption in Kosovo. This is an area where Kosovar leaders should be focus continuously to ensure that Kosovo can move forward in the EU integration “.

He added that “anti-corruption fight is part of British programs and such programs support the Kosovo institutions in the fight.
“Britain is providing political support for a greater number of recognition and to promote Kosovo’s membership in international and regional organizations.”

“Also, the UK believes that practical progress in the dialogue between Prishtina and Belgrade is crucial for EU integration aspirations – both for Kosovo and Serbia”.

Executive Director of the Movement FOL Ramadan Ilazi, noted that: “Movement FOL highly appreciates the support of the British Government for our country and civil society in Kosovo. FOL Movement believes that in order to increase the effectiveness in fighting corruption, public institutions need to enhance and strengthen communication and coordination among them”
Movement FOL has initiated the forum “SPEAK Openly” in order to bring the civil society closer to important decision making processes in country.