Montenegro respects the right of the citizens of Greenland to self-determination, as well as their decision to be part of Denmark, Montenegrin President Jakov Milatović announced today.
"Almost daily, we witness opposing positions between the United States (US) and the countries of the European Union (EU), especially regarding the status of Greenland. There is no doubt that this is one of the greatest challenges that NATO has faced since its founding, primarily due to its internal character," Milatović pointed out in a post on the social network X.
He added that in this context he would like to briefly present the position from the perspective of Montenegro.
"It is important to immediately emphasize that both the European Union and the United States of America are our most important and strategic allies. Montenegro, as the most advanced candidate for membership in the European Union, consistently aligns its foreign policy with the EU's Common Foreign and Security Policy. Accordingly, our state respects the right of the citizens of Greenland to self-determination, as well as their decision to be part of the Kingdom of Denmark. At the same time, in light of recent developments, Montenegro supports the continuation of dialogue and finding sustainable solutions among NATO allies, with the aim of ensuring that the Arctic remains an area of stability and cooperation," said Milatović.
He said that this is essential for the credibility and strength of the Alliance (NATO), of which Montenegro has been a full member for almost ten years.
"Finally, we must not lose sight of the fact that regional cooperation is the foundation of our foreign policy, and that numerous developments in the world have once again demonstrated the immeasurable importance of good neighborly relations for the stability and prosperity of a country. I expect the Government of Montenegro to take clear and consistent positions on this and other important geopolitical issues. Conducting foreign policy requires a clear strategy, continuity and responsibility, along with transparent communication towards the domestic public and international partners," said Milatović.
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