The Prime Minister of Kosovo, Albin Kurti met in Washington D.C. with Congresswoman Elissa Slotkin, where they discussed the special relationship between the two countries, geopolitical developments in Europe and the security of the region after the unprovoked and unjustified aggression of the Russian Federation against Ukraine. In a press release, it was announced that Prime Minister Kurti briefed Congressman Slotkin on the decisions, policies and key results of the government, with emphasis on double-digit economic growth, the fight against corruption and the improvement of democracy indicators, according to reports by international organizations. He added that by joining the democratic world in condemning Russian aggression and imposing sanctions on the Russian Federation and sheltering Afghan citizens in Kosovo, Kosovo has shown leadership and proved to be a reliable partner of its allies. On the other hand, Congresswoman Slotkin welcomed Kurti and said that no country can remain neutral between Russia and Ukraine and that once again we are in an era that every country must choose a side. She further thanked Prime Minister Kurti and the Republic of Kosovo for the assistance they have provided to the United States of America in sheltering Afghan citizens. "Thank you for your help when we really needed you," said Congresswoman Slotkin. She also expressed her full support for the Republic of Kosovo and its aspirations for membership in regional and international organizations, in particular NATO.