By Bisiness Insider Correspondent, Pristina
The Minister for Foreign Affairs and East African Cooperation, Ambassador Mahmoud Thabit Kombo, has embarked on an official diplomatic mission to the Republic of Kosovo.
His visit aligns with the 3rd International Conference on Women, Peace and Security, taking place from 2 to 3 June 2025 in Pristina.
This high-level engagement marks a significant milestone in Tanzania’s expanding diplomatic footprint in Southeastern Europe.
It also reflects the country’s broader foreign policy ambition to strengthen transcontinental partnerships and reposition itself within an evolving global geopolitical landscape.
Upon arrival at Pristina International Airport, Minister Kombo was received by Ms. Rejhan Vuniqi, Foreign Policy Advisor to the President of Kosovo, alongside Ms. Eva Kaluwa, Acting Head of Mission at the Tanzanian Embassy in Italy, which also oversees Tanzania’s diplomatic interests in Kosovo.
During his stay, Minister Kombo will engage in bilateral talks with senior Kosovo officials, including Her Excellency Dr. Vjosa Osmani-Sadriu, President of the Republic of Kosovo, and Her Excellency Donika Gërvalla-Schwarz, Minister of Foreign Affairs and Diaspora. Discussions are expected to cover a range of strategic issues such as economic diplomacy, regional and interregional trade, peace and security cooperation, and the strengthening of political and economic ties between the two nations.
Minister Kombo is accompanied by a distinguished delegation, including Ambassador Swahiba Mndeme, Director of the Department for Europe and the Americas at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, along with senior diplomats and policy advisors.
As part of the mission, the Tanzanian delegation will also visit the Kosovo-American Chamber of Commerce.
There, they will meet with the Board of Directors and Chairman Mr. Arian Zeka to explore opportunities for bilateral trade, investment, and private sector collaboration.
A key highlight of Minister Kombo’s visit will be his participation in a high-level panel at the International Conference on Women, Peace, and Security.
His keynote address, themed “Sustaining Peace in the 21st Century: What Is Needed?”, is expected to emphasise Tanzania’s longstanding commitment to multilateralism, the critical role of women in peace processes, and the importance of inclusive, community-driven conflict resolution frameworks.
The visit underscores Tanzania’s continued efforts to engage with emerging democracies and foster global solidarity on peace and security.
It also positions the country as an advocate for gender equity and sustainable peace on the world stage.
The delegation is scheduled to conclude its diplomatic engagement and return to Dar es Salaam on 4 June 2025.
