Montenegro is a reliable partner in preserving the security of the Western Balkans, it was announced at the meeting between the Minister of Defense Dragan Krapović and the special envoy of the British Prime Minister for the Western Balkans, Stuart Pich.
Krapović and Pič, who are visiting Montenegro, confirmed the commitment of the two countries not only to the intensification of bilateral defense cooperation, but also to preserving the security of the Western Balkans, as well as mutual contribution to the collective security system within the Alliance.
As announced by the Ministry of Defense, Krapović informed Pic that the main foreign policy goals of the 44th Government are the fulfillment of priorities from the NATO Agenda, the continuation of reforms aimed at achieving membership in the European Union (EU), which implies the harmonization of foreign and security policies and the preservation of good neighborly relations .
He emphasized that Montenegro continuously promotes the Euro-Atlantic perspective of the Western Balkans, bearing in mind the geostrategic importance of the region for the stability of the European community.
"Krapovic emphasized the importance of the support that the United Kingdom (UK) provided to Montenegro on its Atlantic route, especially in the area of modernization and improvement of the capacities of the Army of Montenegro, which continued at the level of the alliance between the two countries within the Alliance," the statement said. .
He emphasized that Montenegro and the UK have established and developed successful defense cooperation, which confirms the high level of implementation of planned annual activities.
According to reports, Krapović informed Pico of the priorities for the development of the defense sector in Montenegro, as well as the challenges we face in that domain.
Pič emphasized that it is necessary to act unitedly by NATO allies, harmonize positions in the field of defense and adhere to common values, in terms of security and foreign policy.
He said that he was satisfied with the confirmation of Montenegro's commitment to implementing the reforms necessary for the continuation of the European path.
"Pič emphasized the commitment of the UK to the improvement of cooperation between the two countries in the field of defense, with the aim of modernizing the entire defense system of Montenegro and training it to respond to contemporary security challenges, as well as its commitment to the development of the security of the Western Balkans region," the statement said.
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