EULEX & EU
INTERACTIVE
The EU in Kosovo
There are three main EU bodies operating in Kosovo: EULEX, the office of the European Union Special Representative (EUSR) and the European Commission Liaison Office (ECLO). Here is a summary of their work, mandate and contact details:
The Office the European Union Special Representative
The office of the EUSR was set up by a Council Joint Action on 4 th February, 2008. The EUSR reports to the Council of the European Union , the inter-governmental body representing the 27 EU member states, through the High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Ms Catherine Ashton.
Head of Office: Fernando Gentilini
Staff: 30
Mandate : The EUSR offers advice and support to the Government of Kosovo in the political process towards European integration; provides overall coordination for the EU presences in Kosovo; and contributes to the development and consolidation of respect for human rights and fundamental freedoms in Kosovo
Contact:
Fatmire Terdevci
Press and Public Information Officer
Blue Building , St. Rruga Ahmet Krasniqi, P.N
Pristina, Kosovo
+ 381 (0)38 20 44 448 (office)
+ 377 (0)44 209 533 (cell)
Fatmire.Terdevci@eusrinkosovo.eu
European Commission Liaison Office
The EC Liaison Office has been operating in Kosovo since 2004. It helps drive through reforms through regular policy and technical dialogue.
Acting Head of Office: Khaldoun Sinno
Staff: around 80
Mandate: Provides significant project funding to strengthen institutions, develop the economy and realise European standards; supports the Stabilisation and Association process
Contact:
Philip Mellish
Information and Communication Manager
European Commission Liaison Office to Kosovo
Kosovo Street 1 (P.O. Box 331)
Pristina, KOSOVO
Telephone: 038 5131 518
Email: philip.mellish@eeas.europa.eu