Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Justice, Prof. Dr. Hajredin Kuçi, is participating in the "Conference for the Western Balkans, regarding the improvement of judicial cooperation in criminal matters and criminal asset recovery, being held at Brdo, Slovenia, where are participating Ministers of Justice of countries Western Balkans, and  the Minister of Justice – Chief prosecutor  of the U.S., Eric H. Holder.

The conference was opened by the Prime Minister of the Republic of Slovenia, Borut Pahor and will  last two days.

In the first session, the conference  began with the speech of the Minister Kuçi, where he presented the work being done by the Kosovo Government and the Ministry of Justice, in a better functioning of the justice system in Kosovo and the need for regional cooperation and beyond in the justice system.

"Kosovo is a new independent state and is in the process of building democratic institutions and in this regard, we appreciate your positive experiences. We are ready to make necessary adjustments in order to prepare our path to cooperation, coordination and integration. Also, we are ready politically and with professional capacities to undertake all responsibility necessary for the good of the citizens of Kosovo, Kosovo Justice and the citizens of the region and beyond. As you are aware our region has been involved in numerous conflicts and problems in the recent past and we do not want to be repeated any more "Said Minister Kuqi.

Minister Kuçi spoke also about the cooperation of the Ministry of Justice with EULEX, saying that their advisory contribution is a great help for Kosovo.

While, regarding  the fight against corruption and organized crime as a major challenge for both Kosovo and the region, Minister Kuqi said: "To be successful in these challenges and concerns, regional cooperation is crucial."

On this occasion, Minister Kuqi said Kosovo as a new state requires continued support from all relevant European institutions, as institutional and legislative reforms are a priority on the priorities of the Government.

While, during a joint luncheon, Minister Kuqi  met with the U.S Minister of Justice- Chief-prosecutor  , Eric H. Holder, with whom they share information and have expressed readiness to deepen cooperation in areas of common interest to both countries, and relations between Kosovo and the United States, have assessed as excellent.