In this meeting, Minister Tahiri informed Mr Riley of his priorities as Minister of Justice, particularly expressing his own commitment and the commitment of the Ministry of Justice in fighting organized crime and corruption. Further, Minister Tahiri informed Mr Riley for having already initiated an important legal package, such as the Criminal Code and the Criminal Procedure Code review aimed at meeting such objectives.

On the other hand, Mr Riley congratulated Minister Tahiri on his extraordinary work, especially for initiating criminal legislation review aimed at achieving measurable results. Fighting organized crime and corruption is a challenge for all countries; therefore, interstate cooperation and co-ordination is needed in order to face these mutual challenges, said Mr Riley.

Minister Tahiri thanked Great Britain for providing continued support to Kosovo institutions, especially the Ministry of Justice. He also expressed his commitment in deepening this cooperation with activities aimed at strengthening the rule of law and fighting organized crime and corruption in Kosovo.