Prishtina, June 30, 2026 – Following last month’s LNG forum, the American Chamber of Commerce in Kosovo convened a follow-up roundtable on “From Policy Debate to Practical Pathways: LNG Access, Business Readiness, and Kosovo’s Energy Security.” The discussion brought together business leaders, energy experts, and stakeholders to explore practical steps toward strengthening Kosovo’s energy diversification, regional connectivity, and long-term energy resilience.
Opening the discussion, AmCham Executive Director Arian Zeka stressed that access to liquefied natural gas (LNG) should be viewed not only through the lens of energy policy, but also as a matter of economic development, competitiveness, and strategic partnership. He noted that the discussion on LNG has re-emerged after several years and underscored the importance of maintaining an open, evidence-based dialogue on infrastructure projects that could contribute to Kosovo’s long-term energy resilience.
Laura Kryeziu, Energy Expert, reflected on Kosovo’s previous efforts to develop gas infrastructure in cooperation with the Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC), emphasizing that the project was designed to diversify Kosovo’s energy mix and support the country’s long-term decarbonization pathway by complementing renewable energy with flexible generation.
Learta Hollaj, Sustainable Development Expert, highlighted the broader strategic dimension of energy cooperation, emphasizing that energy security is closely linked to national security and that closer cooperation with the United States represents an important pillar of Kosovo’s long-term resilience and geopolitical positioning.
Dardan Sejdiu, Economy Expert, described natural gas as a bridge rather than a final destination, arguing that strategic energy infrastructure is essential for enabling industrial development, improving competitiveness, and supporting Kosovo’s long-term economic ambitions, particularly as European markets continue to advance their green transition.
Lorik Fejzullahu, EcoPark, also President of the Board of Governors of AmCham, stressed that energy infrastructure remains one of Kosovo’s most significant development gaps. He argued that the country has repeatedly postponed major strategic infrastructure projects, leaving it increasingly dependent on regional markets and exposed to high electricity prices due to limited domestic generation capacity and market liquidity. He emphasized that LNG should be viewed as one component of a broader energy strategy and described the current moment as an important opportunity for Kosovo to make long-term strategic decisions on energy diversification.
Ilir Iliri, MWM, highlighted the technological role of gas-powered engines in modern energy systems, explaining that gas infrastructure requires both transmission and distribution networks to enable deployment across different scales of generation. Drawing on MWM’s experience, he discussed how gas engine technologies can support flexible and efficient electricity generation, contributing to a more resilient and diversified energy infrastructure.
The discussion was moderated by Pleurat Hundozi, Crimson Capital, also Board Member of AmCham, who emphasized that natural gas should complement, not replace, other energy sources, noting that Kosovo requires a diversified energy portfolio to meet future demand and strengthen its energy system.
From the audience, participants raised practical considerations related to price volatility and business energy resilience, noting that fluctuations in energy costs are immediately reflected in business operations. Questions were also raised regarding potential models for shared energy solutions for businesses, including centralized gas generation facilities or interconnected systems. Further inquiries focused on whether financial comparisons have been conducted on potential LNG supply routes for Kosovo, including through Vlora in Albania or North Macedonia.