evidence: The evidence suggests that Kosovo has not taken international recognition for granted, nor does it accept that its status is a predetermined condition of structural forces and norms. It has tried to cultivate a strategic approach for seeking recognition based on situational practices, support and guidance from state patrons, the utilization of formal and informal networks of influential personalities, and the invocation of normative discourses. Three years after independence, in 2011, the Government of Kosovo launched the "Strategy for the Achievement of Full International Recognition of the Republic of Kosovo," which aimed at providing momentum for the international recognition campaign (Government of Kosovo 2011, 3). [...] 2011 . "Strategy for the Achievement of Full International Recognition of the Republic of Kosovo." Accessed April 14, 2014. http://www.kryeministri-ks.net/repository/docs/Strategjia_per_Arritjen_e_Njohjes_se_Plote_Nderkombetare_te_Republikes_se_Kosoves_SHQ.pdf. [...] 2013 . "Decision of the Government of the Arab Republic of Egypt Recognize the Republic of Kosovo as an Independent and Sovereign." Cairo, 23 June. Accessed March 29, 2016. http://www.mfa.gov.eg/Arabic/Ministry/News/Pages/NewsDetails.aspx?Source=1d5b0202-c337-4794-ab10-342893d069e1&newsID=17393f2d-a0db-471c-bd41-1c1d169b79c2.