Bunford: Exceptional results of the Government on the EU path, Hungary's support in achieving reform goals

Bečić said that the goal of Montenegro becoming a member of the EU by 2028 is getting closer to being achieved

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Photo: Saša Matić/Government of Montenegro
Photo: Saša Matić/Government of Montenegro
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The Government of Montenegro is achieving exceptional results on its European journey, especially in the area of ​​security and political-economic reforms, said Hungary's special envoy for the Western Balkans, Zolt Bunford.

Deputy Prime Minister for Security, Defense, Crime Fighting and Internal Policy Aleksa Bečić met with Bunford, who said on that occasion that Hungary is ready to provide support in achieving reform goals.

Bečić's cabinet announced that Hungary is recognized as one of the most prominent proponents of the expansion of the European Union to the Western Balkans.

"Montenegro and Hungary cherish traditional friendship and partnership. We are grateful for your continuous support for our integration processes. You confirm this during your current presidency of the EU Council, and the expected closing of four negotiation chapters at the end of the year will be another confirmation of the previous one, but also a recognition of the exceptional tension and "Reforms that Montenegro is implementing on the European path. Obtaining the historic IBAR with the expected closure of four chapters by the end of the year clearly speaks of Montenegro's most successful year since the beginning of the negotiation process with the EU," said Bečić.

He highlighted the "significant successes" of the Government in the past year, citing them as "a clear confirmation that Montenegro will not miss the great European opportunity that has been presented to it", and that the goal of becoming the 28th member of the EU by 2028 is "getting closer." realization".

"The goal of our government is clear and unequivocal: the continuation of the acceleration of European integration, the decisive fight against organized crime and corruption, the strengthening of the civil state based on the rule of law, as well as the economic and social empowerment of citizens. The stabilization of political conditions in Montenegro, the formation of a government that enjoys broad the support of almost all national parties and the two-thirds majority in the Parliament are the basis of numerous successes and implemented reforms," ​​concluded Bečić.

As reported, Bunford praised the current government's results so far, "emphasizing its seriousness, commitment to reform processes and the achievement of European goals."

"The Government of Montenegro is achieving exceptional results on its European journey, especially in the area of ​​security and political-economic reforms. Bravely continue on that path, and Hungary is ready to give you full support in achieving all reform goals. We remain a reliable partner on your way to the EU, and by bringing strategic companies to your country, we continuously contribute to your economic progress," said Bunford, "reaffirming Hungary's strong support for the further development of Montenegro," Bečić's cabinet announced.

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