Kosovo’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, Hashim Thaci, said today that the ruling-coalition is in close consultation about his election as President of Kosovo, which according to him, will take place in February. “We will respect all constitutional procedure,” Thaci said. He said there had been no discussions related to changes in the government yet. He also spoke about his meeting with the US Secretary of State, John Kerry, saying that the United States support Kosovo institutions and the presidential election process. Thaci made these comments after meeting Maltese Foreign Minister George Vella.  Thaci and Vella signed a framework agreement on cooperation for the next two years. This agreement foresees acceleration of bilateral relations in all areas of interest to both sides and a greater coordination during the EU Presidency. Both sides pledge to hold regular political consultations and help each other with information concerning developments in the Western Balkans and relevant institutions will be encouraged to enhance international cooperation between Kosovo and Malta.