Leading 65. Albin Kurti, Prime Minister of Kosovo: Vladimir Putin, surviving prison, and Serbia
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Mar 18, 2024 The podcast covers topics like surviving prison, Putin's influence in Serbia, and geopolitical dynamics in Kosovo. It also delves into the challenges of self-determination, resilience of political prisoners, and complexities of diplomacy with autocratic leaders. The discussion explores nationalist aspirations, military tensions, and the relationship between Kosovo and Serbia.
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Kurti's Background
- Albin Kurti's father moved to Pristina in 1963 to study mechanics, where he met Kurti's mother.
- Kurti, influenced by his engineer parents, initially focused on math and science before transitioning to philosophy and social sciences.
Philosophical Influences
- Kurti's intellectual journey began with Anglo-American philosophers like Frege and Wittgenstein.
- He later explored Continental philosophy, particularly the linguistic turn and French philosophy.
Kosovo's Development
- In 1966, a key Serbian communist politician was purged, leading to increased Kosovan autonomy.
- Kosovo gained its first university and permission to use the Albanian flag and language.