The Vetting Process as an Instrument

Between 1999 and 2008, Kosovo was placed under international administration, with the aim of rebuilding all the necessary administrative, judicial and political institutions for the correct functioning of a democracy. In 2008, following its declaration of independence from Serbia, the international presence had not abated and is still active in various fields, most importantly those concerning the rule of law. The EU in Kosovo is currently funding the largest ESDP Mission in its history - the EULEX, responsible for the day-to-day management of the rule of law - while it also treats Kosovo as a 'potential candidate country' providing accession funds through its EC office in Kosovo.