New Turkish envoy to Kosovo officially takes post

By Dzihat Aliju

PRISTINA

Turkey’s new ambassador to Pristina began official duties after presenting his credentials to Kosovo’s president Tuesday.

President Hashim Thaci welcomed Cagri Sakar, promising full support to the Turkish envoy’s effort to deepen cooperation between the two countries.

Thaci stressed that Turkey was a strong ally to Kosovo and his government would continue enhancing "strategic relations" between the nations.

"We extend to you our thanks for your support to Kosovo for the last 30 years," he said.

Sakar said Turkey would continue its support for the Balkan country in all areas.