Prishtina, November 26, 2024 – The Acting Chief State Prosecutor, Mr. Besim Kelmendi, hosted representatives of the Bilateral Program Combatting Illicit Financial Flows (IFF) in Kosovo, operating under the German development agency GIZ, led by Ms. Marina Kovačič and Mr. Ilija Bundaleski.
During the meeting, IFF representatives outlined the key focus areas of the program, including addressing illicit financial flows, conducting financial investigations, asset recovery, policy coherence, and enhancing conditions for inter-sectorial, interstate, and interregional cooperation, with a particular emphasis on Republic of Kosovo and in the Western Balkans.
In this context, Acting Chief Prosecutor Kelmendi briefed attendees on the operationalization of the Asset Recovery Office, underscored the need for deepened collaboration, and emphasized facilitating contact with international partners. Particular focus was placed on areas such as asset recovery, anti-money laundering efforts, and combating the financing of terrorism.
Mr. Kelmendi expressed gratitude to the representatives of the Bilateral Program Combatting Illicit Financial Flows (IFF) for their visit to the Office of the Chief State Prosecutor and reaffirmed his commitment to mutual cooperation in the future.