Julien Velcof

Political Adviser to @EUSR_Dialogue Belgrade-Pristina 🇪🇺 | #EUdiplomacy | Previously stationed in 🇬🇪🇦🇹🇺🇦🇦🇿🇹🇯🇦🇲 | Usual RT caveats apply.

[EUSR for Belgrade-Pristina Dialogue @EUSR_Dialogue]

Met with @markodjuric. We discussed the importance of sustained engagement in the 🇪🇺-facilitated Dialogue to implement all agreements, including the 2023 Ohrid Agreement, and to advance economic normalisation that improves the daily lives of people.

[EU Council @EUCouncil]

🇮🇪 🇪🇺 A new chapter starts today as Ireland takes over the Council presidency.

We look forward to the next six months!

🔔 More about the presidency programme and priorities: https://t.co/zZZUb86jRO

@Ireland2026eu #Ireland2026EU

[EU Council @EUCouncil]

27 countries. One union. One flag. 🇪🇺

Adopted 41 years ago today by the European Council, the EU flag became the official emblem of what was then the European Communities, and is now the European Union. 💙⭐

🔗 Learn more: https://t.co/f16gZ3rAB6

[Kajsa Ollongren @KajsaOllongren]

As we mark the first annual UN Peacebuilding Week, I am highlighting the EU’s role in supporting peacebuilding efforts across the globe. Today I am sharing a statement together with @EUSR_Dialogue Peter Sørensen, the EU Special Representative for the Belgrade-Pristina Dialogue.

[EUSR for Belgrade-Pristina Dialogue @EUSR_Dialogue]

Joined a panel on resolving unfinished business in the Balkans and had good first meetings with Slovenia’s FM @TKajzer and Hungarian State Secretary @AmbassadorKlara at @DubrovnikForum. A timely reminder that partnerships are key to the region’s stability and EU future.

[Julien Velcof @JulienVelcof]

@EddyWax Simply terrible. Nowhere to seat. No shade. No grass. And I fear it will be a mess comes the rain. Not to mention soulless, with the white concrete.

[Kaja Kallas @kajakallas]

Kosovo’s democratic and inclusive election opens the door to turn the page after more than a year of political deadlock.

Political leaders now need to engage constructively to ensure the swift formation of government.

Progress in the Belgrade-Pristina Dialogue and the normalisation of relations with Serbia remains essential for advancing on Kosovo’s European path.

[EUSR for Belgrade-Pristina Dialogue @EUSR_Dialogue]

A pleasure to accompany @eucopresident Costa on his visit to Kosovo and Serbia. Good to see commitment to normalisation, reconciliation, good neighborly relations and a 🇪🇺 future for all citizens in the Western Balkans.

[António Costa @eucopresident]

It is a pleasure to be back in Belgrade.

In my meetings with @avucic @anabrnabic and civil society organisations I emphasised that the EU remains Serbia’s most significant partner – in trade, investment and in strengthening democratic institutions.

We are ready to do more. But the pace of progress depends on Serbia’s own resolve.

It is important to continue to accelerate reforms in areas like rule of law, electoral reform and media freedom.

The accession process is not only a task for the government. It needs the entire mobilisation of the Serbian society.

Time is of the essence. The EU’s door remains open, but the window for decisive action is now.

[António Costa @eucopresident]

In Belgrade, I reaffirmed the EU's continued commitment to Serbia’s European perspective.

Enlargement is based on building trust. The road ahead is demanding but the path is clear.

Follow live my press conference with President @avucic ↓ https://t.co/q7IcfQLHtL

[António Costa @eucopresident]

As Kosovo heads to the polls this weekend, I encourage all political actors to rise above political divisions and work together to advance European integration by delivering the necessary reforms.

My message in Pristina today ↓
https://t.co/eHe9WiZC7D

[António Costa @eucopresident]

Today I am in Pristina to reaffirm the EU’s continued support to Kosovo.

I will meet the acting President @albulenahaxhiu_ , the caretaker Prime Minister @albinkurti and leaders of opposition parties.

As Kosovo heads to elections this weekend, my message is simple: our partnership comes with responsibility.

I encourage political leaders to make EU integration a priority, beyond political divisions, and to work together towards this shared goal.

Kosovo needs strong, stable and functioning institutions capable of implementing reforms, seizing the opportunities the European Union offers and delivering on all Belgrade-Pristina Dialogue commitments.

[EU Council @EUCouncil]

The EU is the Western Balkans' primary and most reliable partner.

The #EUWesternBalkans summit, taking place on Friday 5 June in Tivat, Montenegro, will be an opportunity for the EU to reiterate its unequivocal commitment to the EU membership perspective of the Western Balkans.

[EUSR for Belgrade-Pristina Dialogue @EUSR_Dialogue]

Pleased to meet 🇬🇧 Special Envoy Dame Karen Pierce. We spoke about the Belgrade-Pristina Dialogue, the importance of sustained engagement, and our common EU-UK goal of advancing normalisation.

[EUSR for Belgrade-Pristina Dialogue @EUSR_Dialogue]

Together with @unwomeneca @unwomenkosovo & @UN_Women #Serbia, we launched the Women’s Advisory Platform for the Belgrade–Pristina Dialogue. Inclusive processes are key to sustainable peace. The platform will channel women’s expertise into our Dialogue efforts. #changingnerratives

[EUSR for Belgrade-Pristina Dialogue @EUSR_Dialogue]

With 🇦🇱 FM @HoxhaFer, I spoke about the Dialogue on normalisation between Kosovo and Serbia. Underlined there will be no bilateralisation of the Dialogue. It stays an EU-facilitated process between Kosovo and Serbia. Both parties need normalisation to advance on their EU paths.

[EUSR for Belgrade-Pristina Dialogue @EUSR_Dialogue]

Following our meeting last week in BXL, continued my exchange with Kosovo FM @KonjufcaGlauk on the EU-facilitated Dialogue on normalisation of relations with Serbia. Focused on the way forward, the implementation of the law on foreigners and the importance of sustained engagement

[EUSR for Belgrade-Pristina Dialogue @EUSR_Dialogue]

Constructive exchange with Speaker of the Serbian Assembly Ana Brnabić on the EU-facilitated Dialogue on normalisation with Kosovo. Discussed the importance of implementing all Dialogue agreements and her involvement in previous discussions on economic normalisation.

[EUSR for Belgrade-Pristina Dialogue @EUSR_Dialogue]

Good to meet with Czech Deputy Foreign Minister @jiribr to brief him on the Kosovo-Serbia normalisation Dialogue. Grateful for Czechia’s full support for the EU-facilitated Dialogue and our joint 🇪🇺 efforts to advance regional stability and European integration.

[EUSR for Belgrade-Pristina Dialogue @EUSR_Dialogue]

Held separate, detailed meetings with both Chief Negotiators in Brussels this week to outline our work plan on the normalisation of relations between Kosovo and Serbia for the coming months.