The Minister of Youth and Sports, Blerim Gashi, today met with the Secretary General of the International Committee of the Mediterranean Games, Iakovos Filippousis, as well as the President of the Olympic Committee of Kosovo, Ismet Krasniqi, along with their associates.

During the meeting, discussions focused on the preparations and organization of the Prishtina 2030 Mediterranean Games, an event of special significance for the Republic of Kosovo, expected to have a direct impact on the development of sports and on strengthening the country’s position on the international stage.

He emphasized that hosting the Mediterranean Games in Prishtina represents a historic opportunity for Kosovo.

“Particular emphasis was placed on enhancing international cooperation, institutional coordination, and fulfilling organizational standards that ensure the successful hosting of this major event for the Republic of Kosovo,” he said.

The Ministry of Youth and Sports reaffirmed its commitment to closely collaborate with all local institutions and international partners, aiming for Prishtina 2030 to be an example of professional organization and a source of pride for Kosovar sports.