The ceremony was attended by the Allied Joint Force-Naples Commander, U.S. Navy Admiral Michelle Howard, the Italian Chief of Defense, General Claudio Graziano as well as Kosovo President Hashim Thaçi, Prime Minister Isa Mustafa and senior Representatives of Institutions in Kosovo and the International Community.

Admiral Howard thanked General Miglietta for the important results achieved while pursuing KFOR XX motto "Shaping the Change”. In her speech, she stated, "I have personally been impressed with your calm judgement, professionalism, and ability to reach out across the spectrum of religious, political, and military leaders to find solutions to complex issues.”

"This past year, KFOR XX has continued working to consolidate progress and to keep the momentum towards full stabilization of the region,” General Miglietta said.