Some countries recognize Kosovo as a country, and others consider it part of Serbia.
Serbia has consistently recalled its ambassadors from states which have recognized Kosovo, in protest.
Serbia does not recognise Kosovo as an independent state.
In 2008, France was one of the first states to recognise Kosovo as an independent nation.
Maybe James is from one of those 81 member nations and therefore recognises Kosovo as an independent state?
In addition, Mexico does not recognize Kosovo as an independent country.
On March 19, 2008 Hungary recognized Kosovo as an independent country.
For the time being Slovakia does not consider recognizing Kosovo on the basis of this declaration.
The monument was re-painted with the flags of the states that have recognized Kosovo.
Panama will also work to convince its neighbours to recognize Kosovo.