Prishtina, 31 May 2012 – Minister of Economic Development (MED), Besim Beqaj, received today a delegation of businessmen from Italy, which he informed on the country’s economic development and reforms undertaken by the Government towards the improvement of the business environment.

Minister Beqaj conveyed to Italian investors that Italy is Republic of Kosovo’s natural partner, especially in the viewpoint of economic development.

Kosovo holds an advanced position, from the viewpoint of investments and in comparison to other countries of the region,’ said Beqaj, while elaborating on current projects under development.

For their part, Italian investors have expressed interest in investing in renewable energy sources, mining and food processing industries, with the aim of improving the physical infrastructure, which is a prerequisite for the country’s private sector empowerment,’ said Minister Beqaj.

The Head of MED also informed the present Italian businessmen on good investment possibilities in the mining and touristic services sectors.

Otherwise, the meeting was organized under the initiative of the Italian – Kosovar Chamber of Commerce.