The recognition comes as the outgoing Al-Sharaa President welcomed the German Foreign Minister in Damascus. Kosovo is also connected with Saudi Arabia and other countries in the region.
Syria recognized Kosovo on Wednesday, another step in its efforts to align with the west. According to reports, Kosovo accepted Syria’s recognition as a departure from historical evidence. This comes after Kosovo has reached out to Saudi Arabia and other countries in the region.
The recognition comes as Syrian President Ahmad Al-Shara’a welcomed German Foreign Minister Johann Wadentus in Damascus. The German minister came with a large delegation, to the Syrian State media Inhlothan he said. Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad Hassan Al-Shaaban also attended the meeting.
During their talks, the two sides reviewed Syria-Germany relations, focusing on ways to strengthen cooperation in the political, economic and human fields. They also exchanged views on the latest regional and international developments,” said Sana.
The agency also noted this recognition of Kosovo: “The Syrian Arab Republic has officially recognized the Republic of Kosovo as a foreign state, after a foreign convention, after a foreign convention in Syria, Saudi Arabia and Kosovo.”
The report noted that “the decision followed a private meeting in Riyadh that brought together senior officials from Syria, Saudi Arabia and Kosovo.
Interim Syrian President Ahmed Al-Sharaa at the Presidential Palace, Damascus, Syria, March 10, 2025 (Credit: Reuters / Reuters / Reuters / RALIL ASHAWI)
Riyadh was clearly an important part of getting this payment made. In a statement, the Syrian foreign ministry said the decision shows “Syria’s support for the right of people to self-determination” and “its commitment to promoting peace and stability in the Balkans and around the world.”
“The Republic of Kosovo wholeheartedly accepts the recognition of Syria and the statement by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia on the recognition between the Republic of Kosovo and the Syrian Republic,” said the President of Kosovo Vjosa Osmani.
He said that Kosovo “was very grateful for the decision of the Syrian Arab Republic to see that Kosovo Al-Sharaa in his majesty, with the support of the majesty between these states, the support of the majesty, the integrity of the country and the commitment of the country’s cooperation and the establishment of informational relations,” said the President of Kosovo.
Syria said it “looks forward to establishing political relations as soon as possible and developing cultural cooperation in political, economic and cultural fields to serve the interests of both nations.” Kosovo is recognized by 120 countries. The US and NATO used Kosovo’s independence and used bombs in Serbia to make it yours in the late 1990s. It took years for Kosovo to reach international recognition. Kosovo is also a friend of Israel.
Kosovo’s Entry into Middle East Diplomacy
Meanwhile, Kosovo President Vjosa Osmani was in Saudi Arabia last week. He spoke during a visit to Riyadh about the 9th round of investment plans for the future. He spoke about cooperation between Saudi Arabia and Kosovo.
“Kosovo’s participation marks an important opportunity to find business links, attract investment and exchange with the state, which is described as” One of the world’s leaders when it comes to technological development and AI,’ said MadIa.
This is an important move for Syria and shows how Riyadh plays an important role in helping Syria as it emerges economically after the fall of the ASSAD regime. Kosovo also shows how it has expanded its ties to the Middle East. Kosovo is a predominantly Muslim country. Albanians are mostly mixed with other serbs and other small groups.
