Kosovo approves new government after months of political deadlock

Pristina [Kosovo], September 14: Kosovo's parliament has approved a new government led by acting Prime Minister Albin Kurti, breaking three months of government paralysis while setting the stage for a constitutional showdown over the presidency.
The new government was backed by 62 lawmakers out of the country's 120-seat assembly, Parliamentary Speaker Albulena Haxhiu said Sunday.
Kosovo has faced months of political instability because Kurti's Vetevendosje (Self-determination) party needs opposition support to secure the two-thirds majority required to elect a president.
If parliament fails to elect a new president, Kosovo will have to hold another snap election, the fourth in only two years.
It is currently unclear when a presidential vote will take place. (Agencies)
Source: Qatar Tribune