Kosovo*
25-02-2022
European Commission launches €3.2 billion investment package in the Western Balkans
Today, the European Commission has unveiled a substantial €3.2 billion investment package to support 21 transp...
* This designation is without prejudice to positions on status, and is in line with UNSCR 1244/1999 and the ICJ Opinion on the Kosovo declaration of independence.
'WBIF projects are changing the quality of life in Kosovo. The water supply and district heating have provided Pristina with 24/7 water and lower bills. The Railway Route 10 and Pristina - Merdare Highway will integrate Kosovo into main transport networks.'
Since 2009, the WBIF has supported estimated investments of €2 billion in the public sector in Kosovo.
Kosovo has benefitted from 52 grants worth €297 million in technical assistance and investment co-financing. The EU IPA grant support channelled through the WBIF accounts for €277.7 million and covers both technical assistance and investment works. Other donors have contributed €19.3 million as well.
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Investment grants: €251m
Technical assistance: €46m
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WBIF grants
Sustainable transport
€180.8m
Clean energy
€79m
Environment & climate
€32.5m
Human capital
€3.9m
Digital future
€0.8m
Private sector competitiveness
Breakdown of support provided below
Total
€297m
2009 – 2022
2023 – 2030
25-02-2022
Today, the European Commission has unveiled a substantial €3.2 billion investment package to support 21 transp...
17-11-2021
The European Union through the Western Balkans Investment Framework (WBIF) funds the Technical Assistance (TA)...
12-11-2021
A new EU funded technical assistance project worth €2 million was launched in October 2021 to support the prep...
26-07-2023
Peace Highway: Niš - Merdare - Pristina
30-06-2023
Booklet on flagship investments endorsed under the Economic and Investment Plan for the Western Balkans in 202...
30-03-2023
Brochure on WBIF activities in Kosovo in English (last updated in March 2023).
