European Union & Kosovo — Democratic Party of Kosovo

European Union: The European Union is a key international alliance that Kosovo aspires to join. The EU has urged Kosovo's politicians to end the political stalemate and create strong institutions to deliver reforms needed for membership, and the political instability has delayed the flow of EU funds.

Kosovo — Democratic Party of Kosovo: The Kosovo — Democratic Party of Kosovo is one of the main opposition parties challenging Albin Kurti. It garnered 21% of the vote in the recent election and has accused Kurti of seeking to impose full control over political institutions.