Abstract:

In this study, the implementation of the "Framework Convention for the Protection of National Minorities" in Kosovo has been examined. The aim of this study is to examine the regulations made by the Republic of Kosovo, which is not yet internationally recognized, in order to protect the minority rights in its unique status and the implementation of the "Framework Convention on the Protection of National Minorities" in Kosovo. In the study, first of all, the recent history of Kosovo and the importance of minority rights in Kosovo were examined. Secondly, Kosovo's policy towards minorities and the unique methods used in the implementation of minority rights are examined. Since Kosovo has not yet achieved full international recognition, it has a unique structure in terms of process and content. Therefore, thirdly, the development of minority rights in Kosovo is examined. Fourthly, the inclusion of international minority rights standards and documents in the Kosovo constitution and local laws and the constitutionalization of the “Framework Convention for the Protection of National Minorities” were examined. Finally, since the feature of being a sovereign actor of international law has not yet been met, the method applied in Kosovo for the implementation of the “Framework for the Protection of National Minorities” was examined

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