Kurti government faces criticism over economic shortfalls

In the four years of Albin Kurti's government, many promises related to the economy remain unfulfilled. Key commitments such as establishing a Development Bank, dissolving the Kosovo Privatization Agency (KPA), and providing affordable housing for 4,000 families have not materialized. The only exception is the Sovereign Fund Law, currently under review by the Constitutional Court, CE Report quotes Kosova Press.

Despite government claims of economic progress during this term, the opposition and economic experts argue that the government has failed to develop the economy effectively.

In presenting the full 2021-2025 governing program, Prime Minister Albin Kurti stated in a parliamentary session that the program reflected campaign promises and long-term commitments, including dissolving the KPA—yet this promise has not been kept. Opposition figures accuse the government of failing to execute significant capital investments and projects.

Democratic Party of Kosovo MP Ferat Shala criticized the government for not delivering on critical capital investments and projects. He highlighted the poor performance of public enterprises like Trepça and KEK, adding that efforts to dissolve the KPA have shown no concrete results.

Similarly, Avdullah Hoti from the Democratic League of Kosovo emphasized that numerous promises, including the Development Bank and Sovereign Fund, remain unfulfilled. He added that the government failed to manage public enterprises effectively, with their performance largely deteriorating.

Economic analysts Mustafa Kadrijaj and Blendi Hasaj echoed these criticisms, stating that the government has neglected economic development and focused more on social welfare schemes, particularly those supporting women.

Meanwhile, Minister of Industry, Entrepreneurship, and Trade Rozeta Hajdari defended the government’s record, citing achievements such as 6% average economic growth, doubled exports, and improved trade balances. She also highlighted a doubling of foreign direct investments during this term.