Prime Minister of Kosovo Facts for Kids

Quick facts for kids Prime Minister of the Republic of Kosovo
National Emblem
Incumbent Albin Kurti since 22 March 2021
Executive branch of the Government of Kosovo
Style	His Excellency
Member of	Assembly of Kosovo
Nominator	President of Kosovo
Appointer	Assembly of Kosovo
Term length	Four years Renewable
Inaugural holder	Jusuf Zejnullahu (de jure) Bajram Rexhepi (de facto)
Formation	7 September 1990 (de jure) 4 March 2002 (de facto)
Salary	€1,500 monthly
Website	in Albanian in Serbian in English

The Prime Minister of the Republic of Kosovo is like the main leader of the government in Kosovo. They are in charge of making sure the country runs smoothly. The Prime Minister leads the Government of Kosovo, which is a team of ministers who help make decisions for the country.

The Prime Minister and their government team are responsible to the Assembly of Kosovo. This means they have to explain their actions and decisions to the Assembly, which is like Kosovo's parliament. All members of the government, including the Prime Minister, must also be members of the Assembly. The current Prime Minister of Kosovo is Albin Kurti, who started his job on March 22, 2021.

Who is the Prime Minister of Kosovo?
Past Prime Ministers of Kosovo
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Who is the Prime Minister of Kosovo?

The Prime Minister is the head of the government. They are chosen by the President of Kosovo and then approved by the Assembly of Kosovo. A Prime Minister's term, or time in office, usually lasts for four years. They can be chosen again for more terms.

Past Prime Ministers of Kosovo

Kosovo has had several Prime Ministers over the years, leading the country through different periods. Here's a look at some of the people who have held this important role:

Political parties: LDK PDK AAK PPK Independent Vetëvendosje

Leaders During the Republic of Kosova (Before Independence)

Jusuf Zejnullahu (September 7, 1990 – October 5, 1991): He was the first person to hold the title of Prime Minister for the Republic of Kosova.
Bujar Bukoshi (October 5, 1991 – February 1, 2000): He served for a long period during a challenging time for Kosovo.
Hashim Thaçi (April 2, 1999 – February 1, 2000): He was a provisional Prime Minister during a specific period of change.

Leaders During UN-Administered Kosovo

After a period of conflict, Kosovo was managed by the United Nations. During this time, new Prime Ministers were appointed.

Bajram Rexhepi (March 4, 2002 – December 3, 2004): He was the first Prime Minister after the UN administration began.
Ramush Haradinaj (December 3, 2004 – March 8, 2005): He served a short term.
Adem Salihaj (March 8, 2005 – March 25, 2005): He was an acting Prime Minister for a brief period.
Bajram Kosumi (March 25, 2005 – March 10, 2006): He led the government for about a year.
Agim Çeku (March 10, 2006 – January 9, 2008): He was an independent politician who served as Prime Minister.
Hashim Thaçi (January 9, 2008 – February 17, 2008): He served again just before Kosovo declared its independence.

Leaders of the Republic of Kosovo (After Independence)

Since Kosovo declared its independence in 2008, these individuals have served as Prime Minister:

Hashim Thaçi (February 17, 2008 – December 9, 2014): He became the first Prime Minister of independent Kosovo and served for several years.
Isa Mustafa (December 9, 2014 – September 9, 2017): He led the government after Thaçi.
Ramush Haradinaj (September 9, 2017 – February 3, 2020): He served a second term as Prime Minister.
Albin Kurti (February 3, 2020 – June 3, 2020): He had his first term as Prime Minister.
Avdullah Hoti (June 3, 2020 – March 22, 2021): He took over as Prime Minister for a period.
Albin Kurti (March 22, 2021 – Incumbent): He is currently serving his second term as Prime Minister.