Steering Committee meeting for “Sustainable and inclusive growth in Kosovo” project

Kosovo is steadily building the foundations of a more innovative, competitive, and resilient economy one that responds to today’s challenges while creating new opportunities for the future.

This progress is driven through close cooperation between Kosovo’s institutions and Luxembourg Development Cooperation. Through the Sustainable and Inclusive Growth in Kosovo project, this partnership is supporting the systems, skills, and ideas that help economies grow in a sustainable, inclusive and European-oriented path.

Recent progress and key developments were presented and discussed during the Project Steering Committee meeting, where partners reviewed achievements and aligned on the next steps forward.
 

Strengthening security in a digital world

As Kosovo continues its digital transformation, the importance of cybersecurity is becoming increasingly clear. Public institutions are now more connected than ever and with that comes the need to better protect systems, data, and services.

Through the project, civil servants across institutions are being trained to respond to cyber risks, supported by the development of a national cybersecurity curriculum in cooperation with the Kosovo Institute for Public Administration (KIPA). At the same time, work is advancing toward establishing a Cybersecurity Lab, which will serve as a central hub for strengthening national capacities.

Turning Ideas into businesses: Innovation in practice

At the heart of Kosovo’s economic transformation, Luxembourg is driving innovation. Through the Kosovo Investment and Enterprise Support Agency (KIESA), it has launched several grant schemes in ICT, green energy, and the creative industries, supporting businesses to grow, compete, and bring new ideas to life.

Through the Innovation Fund, dozens of companies have already received support to develop products, test solutions, and expand their market potential. What makes this support effective is its practical nature: helping businesses move from concept to reality.

One example is Model Troja, a young company redefining construction in Kosovo through sustainable modular homes. Founded from a simple idea to build a more efficient and environmentally friendly house the company quickly evolved into a growing business.
 

With support from the grant scheme, Model Troja has developed a prototype home that allowed clients to see and experience the concept firsthand turning interest into real demand.

 “The grant helped us bring our concept to life. Without the prototype, it would be hard for clients to imagine what modular construction really means,” says founder Blerta Salihu-Krasniqi. In just a short period, the company has expanded its operations, contributing to a growing sector that is increasingly export-oriented and aligned with modern, sustainable construction practices. Stories like this illustrate how targeted support can unlock entrepreneurship, create jobs, and introduce new solutions to the market.

Building institutions that support growth

Beyond individual success stories, the project is helping strengthen the institutions that shape Kosovo’s economic environment.

Work is ongoing to support the development of Kosovo’s innovation ecosystem, including preparations for the future Innovation Fund and efforts to better align policies with the needs of businesses. At the same time, improvements in governance and digital systems are helping make institutions more transparent, efficient, and responsive.

One example is the Parliament’s e-voting system, now fully operational. By modernising how decisions are recorded and shared, this system enhances transparency and brings Kosovo closer to European standards strengthening trust between institutions and citizens.

A partnership that delivers results

The progress achieved so far was recognised during the Steering Committee meeting, where partners highlighted the strong results delivered across different areas of the project from innovation and digital security to institutional development.

The discussions reinforced a key message: sustainable growth does not happen through a single intervention, but through a combination of efforts that support each other, innovation, governance, and skills working together.

As highlighted during the meeting:

“When institutions are strengthened and businesses are supported, the impact goes beyond the economy it improves people’s everyday lives,” noted the Head of Mission of the Embassy of the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg in Pristina, Mr. Eric Dietz.

This multi-actor approach, focused on long-term capacity and local ownership continues to define Luxembourg’s cooperation in Kosovo.