RTK, the Kosovan nation broadcaster, is continuing to discuss EBU membership, following a change in the EBU statutes.

Acting Director General of RTK, Zana Spahiu, met with the Deputy Director General of the EBU, Jean Philip De Tender and Director of the Eurovision Song Contest, Martin Green, at the 96th EBU General Assembly in Prague. Acting Director General of RTK, Zana Spahiu, had the following to say:

“The EBU representatives expressed their willingness to discuss ways in which this issue can be further addressed, taking into account the recent developments within the organisation itself.

RTK will continue its institutional and professional commitment to follow all the necessary steps towards membership in the EBU and Kosovo’s participation in Eurovision. We are convinced that this process requires work, patience and coordination, but we also believe that the moment to move this issue forward is now.

RTK has already proven organisational, professional and creative capacity, especially through Festivalit të Këngës, which has been successfully organised for three consecutive years. This festival was built with high standards and with the clear aim of serving as a platform for the representation of Kosovo in Eurovision in the future.

We believe that the time has come for RTK to be part of the EBU and for Kosovo to have the opportunity to be presented at Eurovision through the Song Festival. Kosovo’s participation in Eurovision should not become part of daily politics or hostage to political interpretations. Music, art and sport should serve as bridges of communication and cooperation between peoples.”

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Author: Richard Taylor

Source: Eurovoix