Local elections in Kosovo 2025: the role of Russia, the US and the EU in reshaping the political landscape
Local elections in Kosovo 2025: the role of Russia, the US and the EU in reshaping the political landscape
Author(s): Author Not Specified
Subject(s): Civil Society, Electoral systems
Published by: IFIMES Mednarodni inštitut za bližnjevzhodne in balkanske študije
Summary/Abstract: The fifth local elections in Kosovo since its declaration of independence in 2008 are scheduled for 12 October, with the second round to follow on 2 November. Voters across 38 municipalities will elect mayors and members of municipal assemblies. The outcome of these elections will have a decisive impact on Kosovo’s political stability, the integration of minority communities and the country’s international position. Should the Self-Determination Movement (LVV) retain or expand its control over the majority of municipalities, this would reinforce Prime Minister Albin Kurti’s standing in negotiations with international stakeholders. However, it could further deepen internal polarisation, especially if the opposition and the Serb community perceive the elections as neither fair nor transparent.
Series: IFIMES Research Papers
- Page Count: 5
- Publication Year: 2025
- Language: English
- Content File-PDF
