Kosovo political landscape and party developments

The Democratic Party of Kosovo (PDK) celebrated its 27th anniversary, noting its history of participation in government since 2001. Following the December 2025 parliamentary elections, the party secured 22 seats in the Assembly with 20.19 percent of the vote. Current leadership under Bedri Hamza was highlighted alongside the party’s role in Kosovo’s state-building.

Political analyst Visar Xani has warned that Kosovo could face early elections if opposition parties, specifically the PDK and LDK, fail to unify. Xani noted that Prime Minister Albin Kurti maintains a narrow majority relying on minority representatives and might trigger a new electoral process to increase his parliamentary numbers if the opposition remains fragmented.

Internal leadership contests are intensifying within both major opposition parties. In the PDK, Faton Hasani has proposed statutory reforms, including a separation of political and institutional responsibilities. PDK deputy Mërgim Lushtaku has not ruled out a candidacy for party chairman, stating he is currently consulting with associates. Lushtaku has also called for the rapid preparation of a strategy to support former KLA leaders convicted by the Special Court.

In the LDK, pressure is mounting against current leader Lumir Abdixhiku. While Abdixhiku has declined calls to resign, citing the scheduled November 2027 elections, opponents are calling for immediate internal elections. Candidates expressing interest in the LDK chairmanship include Arben Gashi, Përparim Rama, and Hykmete Bajrami. LDK Vice President Lutfi Haziri commented that the party needs to strengthen its norms and prepare for elections early to create a healthy competitive environment, describing the potential candidates as credible authorities.