The government is determined to intensify the reform processes and achieve concrete results in all areas, said the chief negotiator with the European Union (EU) Zorka Kordić, adding that she expects that the application of the New Methodology will contribute to the acceleration of the integration of Montenegrin society into the EU.
In a conversation with the Romanian ambassador, Matej Viorel Anderleanu, she said that Montenegro will use the new methodology in the best way.
Kordić, as announced by the General Secretariat of the Government, emphasized that the Government is determined to intensify the reform processes and achieve concrete, measurable results in all areas, especially in the field of the rule of law.
"Our goal is to be the next member of the EU and we are ready to show that clear foreign policy commitment at the first political intergovernmental conference with the EU," said Kordić.
She pointed out that Montenegro wants to join the EU when it is ready for it, and that it shows its belonging to the European family through full compliance with the Common Foreign and Security Policy of the Union.
He conveyed to Anderleanu Romania's full support for the integration of Montenegro into the EU and pointed out that the country will continue to affirm the policy of EU enlargement.
He pointed out that it is necessary to strengthen the administrative capacities, and to retain and motivate the best in the negotiation structure, but also to strengthen the capacities of the Mission to the EU.
"He conveyed the support of his country, both on the political and expert levels of the accession negotiations, and expressed his expectation and willingness to continue successful cooperation," the statement said.
As announced, the interlocutors exchanged opinions regarding Romania's experience and Montenegro's needs in the negotiation chapters related to chapters 23 and 24, agriculture and rural development, competition and environmental protection, as well as economic issues.
"They agreed that for success in the process of European integration, in addition to work on the home ground, a comprehensive strategy, information and work, both with the internal public and with decision-makers and the public in the member states, is necessary," the statement said.
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