The Embassy of Montenegro in Denmark opened today, in Copenhagen.
At the opening ceremony, Minister of Foreign Affairs Ervin Ibrahimović said that the opening of the Montenegrin embassy in Copenhagen represents an important step forward in expanding the diplomatic network, as well as an incentive for further improvement of bilateral relations between the two countries.
"Today has a special place and an indelible mark in our diplomatic history, because for the first time we have a permanent mission in Denmark and diplomatic representation in this part of Europe," Ibrahimović said, according to a statement from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
He added that relations between the two countries are founded on the shared values of peace, democracy, human rights and cooperation.
Ibrahimović highlighted the role of the diaspora, which serves as a bridge of friendship, contributing to strengthening ties between the two peoples. He also recalled the importance of opening a diplomatic mission in Denmark in the context of Montenegro's European path, given that Denmark will assume the presidency of the Council of the EU in the second half of 2025.
"This is both a symbolic and strategic moment. The support of partners will be crucial in achieving our goal of becoming an EU member by 2028," Ibrahimović said.
Danish Foreign Minister Lars Loke Rasmussen said that the opening of the Montenegrin embassy in Copenhagen is extremely important from the perspective of further strengthening relations and cooperation.
He also emphasized strong support for Montenegro's European path.
"You can count on Denmark's full support in the coming period. The goal of joining the EU by 2028 is ambitious, but achievable with the commitment to reforms that you are showing. The opening of the Montenegrin representative office in Copenhagen will contribute to the intensification of our contacts, as well as cooperation in all fields of mutual interest," Rasmussen said, the statement said.
The opening ceremony was attended by representatives of Danish institutions, the diplomatic corps, as well as the Montenegrin diaspora in Denmark.
Ibrahimović also had a separate bilateral meeting with Rasmussen, during which they pointed out numerous potentials in the field of bilateral cooperation, joint activities within NATO, as well as the importance of the European Union's enlargement policy.
Ibrahimović, it was announced, recalled the progress that Montenegro has made in reform processes, pointing out that the priority remains work on closing the chapter during the upcoming Danish presidency of the Council of the EU.
"Montenegro is a country with a clear European vision and determination to be part of the European family, as a reliable and responsible member. I believe that we will confirm this once again with the results in the next six months," said Ibrahimović, who will also meet with the chairwoman of the parliamentary Committee on Europe Brigitte Klintskov Jerkel in Copenhagen on Thursday.
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