Paris, 02.11.2023 – The Minister of Economy, Artane Rizvanolli, along with the Ambassador of the Republic of Kosovo to France, Mehdi Halimi, met with representatives of Proparco, as well as the French Business Movement (MEDEF) and Business France.

During the meetings, Minister Rizvanolli introduced the “Kosovo’s 2023-2025 Energy Investment Package”, which outlines investment opportunities and specific projects for interested companies. This package includes the construction of 950 MW capacity through a number of competitive schemes, including the first 100 MW solar auction.

“I am pleased to see their commitment to bringing French business investments to Kosovo and deepening cooperation in energy and the economy”, Minister Rizvanolli noted.

Representatives of Proparco and Business France expressed their readiness to encourage their member businesses to invest in Kosovo, especially in the energy sector.

Meanwhile, the President of MEDEF, which is the largest business association in France, Fabrice Le Saché, expressed his pleasure at meeting with the Minister of Economy of Kosovo, Artane Rizvanolli. During this meeting, he praised the efforts and commitment to attracting investments and invited French companies to participate in the competitive schemes planned by Kosovo, starting with the first solar photovoltaic auction.

Le Saché highlighted that “Kosovo is one of the most dynamic countries in the Balkans (3.5% growth in 2022). The young population of Kosovo is increasingly being trained (development of practices, increased enrollment in engineering courses), and the tax system is competitive (corporate tax, labour cost, etc.). The government is leading a dynamic reform program to improve the business environment (fight against corruption)”