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Written question asked by Marquess of Lothian (Conservative) on Tuesday, 14 October 2008, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 16 October 2008. It was answered by Caroline Flint (Labour) on Thursday, 30 October 2008 on behalf of the Foreign and Commonwealth Office.


Kosovo: Diplomatic Relations

Question
To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs whether diplomatic relations have been established between the UK and Kosovo since its declaration of independence.
Answer

The UK recognised Kosovo on 18 February and the British office in Pristina became the British embassy. Our current ambassador, Mr. Andy Sparkes, presented his credentials on 28 April. The Government of Kosovo have nominated Mr. Muhammet Hamiti as chargé d'affaires in London. He is expected to take up his appointment shortly.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
481 c1214W;481 c1212W; 227993
Session
2007-08
Subjects
Recognition of states Kosovo Diplomatic relations
Link
View this Written question on www.publications.parliament.uk