Spanish government confirms once again: We do not recognize unilateral independence of Kosovo

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The Spanish government reaffirmed its decision not to recognize the independence of so-called Kosovo, although it says that it is taking a "constructive approach" to that issue, supporting a solution in the dialogue between Pristina and Belgrade, reports Europa Press.

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This was announced in a parliamentary response to MP Mariona Illamola (Junts), who asked about Pristina's aspirations to join the EU.

In the response, the Spanish government confirmed to the Europa Press agency its position on the non-recognition of the unilateral declaration of independence that Pristina adopted in 2008, because it is a unilateral act.

The government, however, said that "from a constructive point of view, it thinks it is time to make a final effort to resolve the issue of Kosovo's territory within the dialogue between Belgrade and Pristina, through an agreement that respects international law."

When it comes to the aspiration of so-called Kosovo to join the EU, the government said it was actively committed to EU enlargement policy and fully believed in the need to establish a new impetus for accession of the Western Balkans.

Illamola also asked the executive branch about the summit held in Slovenia between the EU and the Western Balkans in October, which was attended by the prime minister of Spain, Pedro Sanchez.

The Catalan MP asked if the government considers that the image of Spain is being damaged by imposing a veto on flags and symbols of a country such as so-called Kosovo.

She referred to the fact that, in order to facilitate the participation of Sanchez and leaders of other EU countries that do not recognize the southern Serbian province as independent, it was decided not to use symbols at this event.

"The stance of non-recognition does not mean a cessation of participation," said the Spanish government, adding that for participation, some conditions agreed within the EU had to be fulfilled.

(Telegraf.rs)