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The Star
04-05-2025
- Business
- The Star
Kosovo President Osmani concludes four-day visit to Malaysia
SEPANG: Kosovo President Dr Vjosa Osmani Sadriu departed for Brunei today after concluding a four-day official visit to Malaysia, aimed at strengthening bilateral relations. A red-carpet farewell ceremony was held at the Bunga Raya Complex of the Kuala Lumpur International Airport here, featuring a guard of honour mounted by the First Battalion of the Royal Ranger Regiment (Ceremonial). She left at about noon on Sunday (May 4). Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek was present to bid farewell to Osmani and her delegation. Osmani arrived in Malaysia on Thursday (May 1), marking her first visit to the country since assuming office on April 4, 2021. On Friday (May 2), Osmani was accorded an official welcoming ceremony, followed by a bilateral meeting with Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. One of the highlights of the visit was the conferment of Kosovo's highest civilian honour, the Order of Independence, upon Anwar. The award is granted to individuals who have made significant contributions towards the country's independence. The Kosovo government also conferred the award posthumously on former Prime Minister Tun Abdullah Ahmad Badawi in recognition of his contributions during a pivotal moment in the country's history. In a joint press conference on Friday, Anwar said Malaysia remains committed to working with Kosovo beyond traditional diplomatic ties, expanding into trade, investment and broader cooperation between both nations. Meanwhile, Osmani said Kosovo is set to deepen diplomatic, economic and security ties with Malaysia, signified by the opening of its embassy in Kuala Lumpur. Expressing deep gratitude for Malaysia's longstanding support, Osmani said the bond between the two nations was built not only through diplomacy but also on shared values of unity, dignity and diversity. Malaysia officially recognised Kosovo on Oct 30, 2008, becoming one of the first Asian countries to do so. Diplomatic relations were formally established on March 18, 2011. In 2024, total bilateral trade between Malaysia and Kosovo reached RM28.55mil (USD6.0mil), with Malaysia's exports to the republic valued at RM25.92mil (USD5.5mil) and imports at RM2.63mil (USD550,000). Key Malaysian exports include palm oil, electrical and electronic products, and manufactured goods, while imports from Kosovo mainly consist of raw materials and semi-precious stones. – Bernama
The Star
02-05-2025
- Business
- The Star
Anwar conferred Kosovo's highest civilian honour, Pak Lah also posthumously honoured
PETALING JAYA: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has been conferred Kosovo's highest civilian honour, the Order of Independence, by the republic's President Dr Vjosa Osmani Sadriu on Friday (May 2). The Order of Independence is awarded to individuals who have played a significant role in supporting the country's independence. During a joint press conference aired live, Vjosa Osmani said this is to mark Malaysia's continuous support and role in supporting the country's independence and state building. "This is also for your (Anwar's) personal unwavering dedication to further fostering our bilateral relations. "Thank you and 'terima kasih' on behalf of the people of Kosovo," she said. Osmani-Sadriu will also be posthumously conferring the Order of Independence on the late former prime minister Tun Abdullah Ahmad Badawi in recognition of his leadership during a pivotal period in Kosovo's history. Under his stewardship, Malaysia became one of the earliest countries to recognise Kosovo's independence on Oct 30, 2008. Diplomatic relations between Malaysia and Kosovo were formally established on March 18, 2011. In 2024, total bilateral trade between Malaysia and Kosovo reached RM28.55mil (US$6.0mil), with Malaysia's exports to the republic valued at RM25.92mil (US$5.5mil), and imports at RM2.63mil (US$550,000). Key Malaysian exports include palm oil, electrical and electronic products, and manufactured goods, while imports from Kosovo mainly consist of raw materials and semi-precious stones. The conferment recognises Malaysia's unwavering support for Kosovo's statehood and post-independence development, as well as Anwar's steadfast commitment to strengthening bilateral ties between both countries, said the Prime Minister's Office. Among past recipients of the Order are Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the United Arab Emirates (2014); George W. Bush, former President of the United States (2018); Micheline Calmy-Rey, former President of Switzerland (2022); and the late Anne Marie Lizin, former President of the Belgian Senate (2024).
The Star
02-05-2025
- Business
- The Star
Kosovo president accorded official welcome at Perdana Putra
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim accompanies Kosovo President Dr Vjosa Osmani Sadriu during the official welcome ceremony at Dataran Perdana, Perdana Putra Complex today. - Photo: Bernama PUTRAJAYA: Kosovo President Dr Vjosa Osmani Sadriu, who is on a four-day official visit to Malaysia, was accorded an official welcome at the Perdana Putra Complex here Friday (May 2). She arrived at 9am Friday and was received by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, followed by the playing of the national anthems of both countries. Osmani then inspected a guard of honour mounted by three officers and 103 personnel from the First Battalion of the Royal Malay Regiment (Ceremonial), led by Major Muhammad Fikri Senan. Also present were Deputy Prime Ministers Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi and Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof, Cabinet ministers, foreign diplomats and senior government officials. After the ceremony, Osmani signed the guest book and then proceeded to a bilateral meeting with Anwar. Malaysia officially recognised Kosovo on Oct 30, 2008, becoming one of the first Asian countries to do so. Diplomatic relations were formally established on March 18, 2011. In 2024, total bilateral trade between Malaysia and Kosovo reached RM28.55mil (US$6.0mil), with Malaysia's exports to the republic valued at RM25.92mil (US$5.5mil) and imports at RM2.63mil (US$550,000). Key Malaysian exports include palm oil, electrical and electronic products, and manufactured goods, while imports from Kosovo mainly consist of raw materials and semi-precious stones. — Bernama
The Star
01-05-2025
- Business
- The Star
Kosovo President Vjosa Osmani Sadriu arrives in Malaysia for official visit
SEPANG: Kosovo President Dr Vjosa Osmani Sadriu arrived in Malaysia on Thursday (May 1) for a four-day official visit, marking her first visit to the country since assuming office on April 4, 2021. Osmani, who arrived at the Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA Terminal 1) here on a commercial flight, was warmly received at the Bunga Raya Complex at 5.25pm by Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek. Upon arrival, Osmani inspected a guard of honour mounted by 28 officers and personnel members from the First Battalion of the Royal Ranger Regiment (Ceremony) led by Captain Muhammad Nafis Norshid. According to Wisma Putra, Osmani will be accorded an official welcoming ceremony at Perdana Putra Complex on Friday (May 2), followed by a bilateral meeting with Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. The discussions are expected to focus on strengthening bilateral cooperation in key sectors, including trade, investment, education, and people-to-people exchanges. Both leaders are expected to also exchange views on regional and international matters of mutual interest, including Malaysia's Chairmanship of Asean this year. Malaysia officially recognised Kosovo on Oct 30, 2008, becoming one of the first Asian countries to do so. Diplomatic relations were formally established on March 18, 2011. In 2024, total bilateral trade between Malaysia and Kosovo reached RM28.55mil (US$6mil), with Malaysia's exports to the republic valued at RM25.92mil (US$5.5mil), and imports at RM2.63mil (US$550,000). Key Malaysian exports include palm oil, electrical and electronic products, and manufactured goods, while imports from Kosovo mainly consist of raw materials and semi-precious stones.- Bernama
