Kosovo needs to accelerate its EU-related reforms and Serbia must do more to protect the rule of law and media freedom and to fight corruption, say MEPs.

In two reports adopted on Wednesday, MEPs assessed the progress made by Kosovo and Serbia in their efforts to join the European Union during 2023 and 2024.

Kosovo: comprehensive reforms and inclusive governance are essential

Kosovo has made notable strides in its electoral reforms, economic resilience, and the protection of fundamental rights, say MEPs. However, challenges remain regarding judicial reforms, media freedom, public administration efficiency, and the digitalisation of public services. Continued commitment to comprehensive reforms and inclusive governance is essential for Kosovo’s to progress on its European integration pathway, they stress.

The Pristina-Belgrade dialogue has unfortunately not yielded the expected results, note MEPs, who ask both parties to implement the Brussels and Ohrid agreements, including the…