Montenegro is the first future member of the European Union (EU) and a reliable ally in the NATO alliance, it was announced at a meeting between Montenegrin President Jakov Milatović and ambassadors of Nordic countries.
Milatović, as announced by his office, met today in Podgorica with the ambassadors of Sweden, Denmark, Norway and Finland - Charlotte Samelin, Pernil Dahler Kardel, Kristin Mels and Niklas Lindqvist.
"The deepening of political dialogue and economic ties with these countries was discussed, with confirmation that Montenegro is the first future member of the EU and a reliable ally in the NATO Alliance," the statement said.
Milatović highlighted Montenegro's strategic goal - EU membership by 2028 and the expectation that the drafting of the accession treaty will begin as soon as possible.
He recalled that next year, when Montenegro celebrates 20 years of independence, it will host the EU-Western Balkans Summit, which, he said, will further confirm its leadership position in the process of joining the Union.
Milatović said that in recent months he has launched strong diplomatic activities towards the Nordic countries, with the aim of strengthening support for Montenegro's European path.
He recalled that during his visit to Finland in August, he met with the country's President, Alexander Stubb, while on the occasion of the European Political Community Summit in Copenhagen, he was a guest of Danish King Frederik X and Prime Minister Metta Frederiksen.
Milatović also announced that the first official visit to Sweden, and a meeting with King Carl XVI Gustaf, will be realized in the coming weeks.
"This will strengthen Montenegro's cooperation with the Nordic countries, with the intention of organizing official visits to Denmark and Norway next year," the statement added.
He also emphasized the importance of strengthening economic relations with the Nordic countries, in the context of new investments, especially in energy and the green transition, as well as partnerships in education, science and technology.
"We want more Nordic investments and joint projects that combine energy and knowledge," said President Milatović.
He also said that he is pleased that charter flights Tivat-Helsinki, Tivat-Copenhagen and Tivat-Oslo will be implemented during the next summer tourist season.
According to Milatović, this will further promote Montenegro as an attractive tourist destination and contribute to further connections with the Nordic countries.
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