INDUSTRIAL POLICIES – FRAMEWORK OF OPPORTUNITIES FOR ECONOMIC TRANSFORMATION

The beginnings of new industrial policies: a framework that enables the economic transformation of Kosovo, was discussed with students from the University of Prishtina and Alumni of the Political Academy of FES. Edison Jakurti, the author of the Study Progressive Economic Agenda for Kosovo, presented the index of comparative advantage of Kosovo compared to other countries and the results of his research. Mrs. Valbone Dushi, Director of the Department of Industry at the Ministry of Industry, Trade, and Entrepreneurship (MINT) informed the participants about the research conducted by the Department of Industry for specific industries while the Ministry is preparing the new National Strategy for Industry in Kosovo.

Students and Alumni discussed other topics related to promising industries in Kosovo that reduce the inequality gap, including employment policies, youth involvement in public policies, and fiscal policies.