NASSAU, Bahamas — In a significant diplomatic development, the Commonwealth of The Bahamas has formally established bilateral relations with the Republic of Kosovo, reinforcing the Balkan nation’s international standing. The establishment occurred on Friday through a ceremonial signing in the Bahamian capital, cementing Kosovo’s position as the 121st sovereign state to gain recognition from Nassau.
The diplomatic accord was formalized under the framework of international law and the 1961 Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations. Both nations have committed to upholding the principles enshrined in the United Nations Charter, including state sovereignty, equality among nations, and the peaceful resolution of international disputes.
Kosovo’s President Vjosa Osmani hailed the move as a ‘historic decision,’ emphasizing its importance in strengthening Kosovo’s global diplomatic footprint. She extended congratulations to the citizens of Kosovo and acknowledged the role of Bahamian Prime Minister Philip Davis in facilitating the agreement.
Areas of prospective cooperation include political dialogue, trade and investment, tourism, education, cultural exchange, technology innovation, and public sector collaboration. Both governments expressed intent to foster people-to-people ties in accordance with their respective legal frameworks.
The Bahamas now joins eight other Caribbean Community (CARICOM) member states—including Antigua and Barbuda, Barbados, Belize, Dominica, Grenada, Haiti, Saint Kitts and Nevis, and Saint Lucia—that have previously recognized Kosovo’s independence.