AmCham calls for senior public appointments to be based on professionalism

Prishtina, March 8, 2019 – The American Chamber of Commerce in Kosovo believes that public independent organizations need to be protected from political influence.

In this regard, AmCham Kosovo expresses its concern over the decision of the Assembly of Kosovo to appoint the new leadership of Kosovo Property Comparison and Verification Agency contrary to the recommendation which followed a transparent and meritocratic recruitment process.

Regardless of the support being received in public recruitment process, Kosovo continues to witness appointment of people in public leadership positions without having the necessary professional expertise and failing to demonstrate that they abide by the law and by the highest ethical standards.

Therefore, the American Chamber of Commerce in Kosovo is deeply concerned over the fact that Members of the Parliament based their decision on cronyism rather than professionalism, thus urging on them to value meritocracy over political affiliation, for the best of Kosovo citizens.