Kosovo–United States relations
Kosovo |
United States |
|---|---|
| Diplomatic mission | |
| Embassy of Kosovo, Washington, D.C. | Embassy of the United States, Pristina |
| Envoy | |
| Ambassador Ilir Dugolli | Chargé d'affaires ad interim Anu Prattipati |
The United States officially recognized Kosovo as a country on February 18, 2008, one day after the Kosovar declaration of independence from Serbia. Since then, the two countries have maintained relations, with Kosovo considering the United States one of its most important allies. Kosovo has dedicated several monuments to American politicians deemed instrumental to the nation's independence, especially Bill Clinton. Most Kosovars consistently approve of the United States government, often posting the highest percentages in polls among European nations.
In 2009, then-U.S. Vice President Joe Biden visited Kosovo. In 2020, U.S. President Donald Trump mediated economic diplomacy efforts between Kosovo and Serbia, hosting negotiations for the Kosovo–Serbia economic agreement at the White House in Washington, D.C.