There is room for a stronger energy partnership with Sweden

Montenegro and Sweden have room for more concrete connections between institutions, experts and companies of the two countries, especially in the areas of renewable energy sources, energy efficiency, new technologies and sustainable development of the energy system, it was assessed at a meeting between the Minister of Energy and Mining Admir Šahmanović and the Ambassador of Sweden Charlotte Samelin.

As announced by the Ministry of Energy and Mining, Šahmanović and Samelin discussed possibilities for improving cooperation between the two countries in the field of energy, as well as Sweden's experiences in implementing energy reforms and developing a sustainable energy sector.

"During the meeting, opinions were exchanged on the development of the energy sector in Montenegro, the European integration of the energy market, the energy transition and opportunities for strengthening cooperation with Swedish institutions and companies," the statement said.

Šahmanović emphasized that Sweden is an important partner for Montenegro in the process of modernizing the energy sector, especially considering its experience in the development of renewable energy sources, energy efficiency, decarbonization and the application of new technologies.

"Montenegro has entered a phase in the energy sector in which reforms must be accompanied by concrete investments and modern technological solutions," said Šahmanović.

As he added, Montenegro finds valuable in this process the experience of countries like Sweden, which has shown how energy transition can be linked to economic development, competitiveness and the quality of life of citizens.

Samelin emphasized Sweden's readiness to further deepen cooperation with Montenegro and exchange knowledge and experience in areas important for the development of the energy sector.

As announced by the Ministry, at the meeting between Samelin and Šahmanović, it was assessed that there is room for more concrete connections between institutions, experts and companies of the two countries, especially in the areas of renewable energy sources, energy efficiency, new technologies and sustainable development of the energy system.

"The Swedish delegation expressed its readiness to contribute to the further development of the Montenegrin energy sector through its institutions and professional expertise, while the Montenegrin side emphasized its openness to new forms of cooperation and connections with Swedish partners," the statement said.