PR/CP(2007)017
19 November 2007
STATEMENT BY THE NATO SECRETARY GENERAL
ON THE 
ELECTIONS IN KOSOVO
I welcome the calm and peaceful conduct of this weekend’s 
elections in Kosovo and the assessment of the Council of Europe observers that 
the voting was in compliance with international standards.
The low 
general turnout, however, is regrettable.  I am especially disappointed by 
the lack of participation by the Kosovo Serb community; all communities should 
participate actively in the political process.
I now encourage the 
political parties to work quickly towards the formation of a new government. The 
Unity Team should engage in a constructive spirit during  the remaining 
phase of the Troika status negotiations.
KFOR will continue to carry out 
its UN mandate to ensure security and stability in Kosovo. 
  
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