Advancing Peace Through Trust-Building, Gender Equality, and Inclusion
On this year’s International Day of UN Peacekeepers, UNMIK reaffirmed its long-standing commitment to promoting peace in Kosovo and beyond, with a renewed focus on trust-building, gender equality, and inclusive leadership…
Remarks by the Special Representative of the Secretary-General at the 7th UN Youth Assembly
Dear Arnhild, Dear Krenare, Dear friends, guests and participants, Ladies and Gentlemen, Welcome to the 7th United Nations Youth Assembly, held in close connection with the 10th anniversary of Security Council Resolution 2250…
Youth Championing Peace and Sustainability at the 7th UN Assembly in Kosovo
ISTOG/ISTOK - More than 130 young leaders from across Kosovo and the Western Balkans gathered for the 7th UN Youth Assembly, a regional event championing youth-led solutions to peacebuilding, reconciliation, and sustainable…
Mentorship in Motion: Inside the Growing Force of Kosovo’s Future Leaders Program
The Future Leaders Mentorship Program, launched earlier in the year by UN Women and the University of Pristina, with support from UNMIK, did more than pair professionals with ambitious young women. It reshaped the way…
Caroline Ziadeh: Peacekeeping is not just about presence; it is about purpose
In this Expert Take, Caroline Ziadeh, Head of the United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo (UNMIK) reflects on the challenges and quiet successes of peacebuilding since taking up the role in 2019. Drawing on…
SRSG receives the new Head of the Russian Chancery Office in Pristina
The Special Representative of the Secretary-General, Ms. Caroline Ziadeh, welcomed Mr. Ilia Uvarov, the newly appointed Head of the Russian Chancery Office in Pristina, at UNMIK HQ today. The courtesy meeting provided an…
International Day of the Victims of Enforced Disappearances
On the International Day of the Victims of Enforced Disappearances, we stand in solidarity with the families of missing persons, honoring their courage and resilience. Over 1,590 cases remain unresolved in Kosovo, leaving a…
From Skills to Sales: The Story Behind “721 Villages”
In the heart of Pristina, a transformative initiative is opening new doors for women across Kosovo, enabling them to turn their skills into sources of income. Supported by UNMIK and spearheaded by Sanija Murati, founder of…
Statement on closure of Serbia-run institutions in northern Kosovo
UNMIK is concerned about the closure of Serbia-run institutions in northern Kosovo, including the Pension and Disability Insurance Fund and the Republic Health Insurance Fund. Additionally, many in non-majority communities…
"Important step forward" - Transitional Justice enters Academy of Justice’s training programme
In recognition of the significance of Transitional Justice, the topic will be included in the official training programme of Kosovo’s Academy of Justice for the first time ever. The decision was made during the Academy’s…
DSRSG and OiC UNMIK Mr. Shin conducts high level meetings in Belgrade ahead of SC briefing on Kosovo
The Deputy Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Officer-in-Charge of UNMIK Mr. Milbert Dongjoon Shin has concluded a visit to Belgrade, where he held a series of high-level meetings as part of regular…
Statement on CEC's decision to accredit media outlets previously denied accreditation ahead of municipal elections
UNMIK welcomes the decision by the Central Election Commission to accredit Serbian-language media outlets and others who were previously denied accreditation to cover the upcoming municipal elections. The decision assists the…