With the aim of recognizing the achievements, challenges, and current situation of the Basic Court, deepening mutual cooperation, and increasing the trust in the justice system, the Minister of Justice, Dhurata Hoxha visited the Basic Court of Pristina and was hosted by the President of this court, Ms. Afërdita Bytyçi and her subordinates.

"Through these visits we have identified the basic courts’ achievements and challenges, their working conditions, working environment, and issues related to the increase of performance, transparency, and public trust in the justice system. It is my pleasure to say that the judges’ commitment and dedication for effective rule of law in basic courts is to be praised in every aspect", said Minister Hoxha.

Minister Hoxha vowed to be committed and persistent in promoting achievements and be a tireless advocate in improving the situation in basic courts, stressing that strengthening the rule of law is an ongoing priority.

“Now, more than ever, we need judges with integrity to punish crime courageously and with legal responsibility, judges who will boldly face all forms of corruption, no matter where it appears” said Minister Hoxha during her visit at the Basic Court of Prishtina.

President of the Basic Court of Prishtina, Afërdita Bytyçi, highly appreciated the visit of Minister Hoxha and stressed that this cooperation will further deepen in the future.

“Despite all the challenges, the Basic Court of Prishtina has reached notable achievements, and is responsibly fulfilling its legal mission, the mission of rule of law and transparency, thus contributing to building public trust in the justice system”, said President Bytyçi.

During this meeting it has been noted that the European integration process is closely related to strengthening the rule of law. Such success is assured only by applying the law and ensuring the cooperation of all instances of the justice system based, inter alia, on the principles of transparency and accountability.