Statement of the U.S. Ambassador Christopher Dell on the November 15 Municipal Elections, November 16, 2009

Kosovo and its citizens can be very proud today.  Kosovo’s voters, its politicians, and the officials charged with organizing and managing the elections demonstrated that to the world that an independent Kosovo is a place where democracy can and does flourish. (more)

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From the left; Dragan Vasić, Community representative; Goran Maksimović, MPT Representatives; DCM; and children from the Municipality Clean Up Crew.

DCM Michael Murphy: Groundbreaking for the New Cultural Center in Zebince, Novo Brdo, November 12, 2009

It is a great pleasure for me to participate in this groundbreaking ceremony for the new Cultural Center here in Zebince.

When completed, this will be far more than just a building, it will be a focal point for the entire community - a place for you to meet, to participate in community activities, and to celebrate family events.

This center, which will improve the quality of life in your village, was made possible by the effort and engagement of the Municipal Preparation Team for Novo Brdo Municipality.  It is just one example of how your Municipal Preparation Team has begun to address your community’s needs. (more)

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DCM Michael Murphy: Inauguration of the Municipal Satellite Village Office, Llapjane, November 12th, 2009 

Let me begin by thanking you all for your wonderful welcome today.  I am honored to be here with you in the Municipality of Novo Brdo to inaugurate his Municipal Satellite Village Office.  This office will serve nearly 1200 people, and it is one of four such offices opening in Novo Brdo Municipality.  In fact, Ambassador Dell visited Stanishor just last week to open a new Satellite Office there. (more)

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Statement of the U.S. Embassy Pristina, November 11, 2009

The Embassy of the United States of America notes with distress reports of violent incidents related to campaign activity in Decan/Decane Municipality. (more)

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President Obama on the 20th Anniversary of the Fall of the Berlin Wall

On November 9, 1989, Germans on both sides of the Berlin Wall joined together to breach the barrier that divided them and begin reuniting their country. In a taped address, the President speaks about the importance of this pivotal event and how it remains a powerful symbol of the triumph of freedom over tyranny. November 9, 2009. Video