Ivanovic: Montenegro remains consistent in its support for Ukraine

Deputy Prime Minister for Foreign and European Affairs Filip Ivanović participated in the Ukraine - Southeastern Europe Summit, held in Kiev, where he discussed with leaders and senior officials of the countries of the region the strengthening of European security, EU enlargement, continued support for Ukraine, and the improvement of regional cooperation.

Ivanovic, as announced by the Government, said that Montenegro remains consistent in its support for Ukraine, emphasizing that the defense of sovereignty, territorial integrity and international law represents a common interest of European states. He emphasized that Montenegro will continue to advocate for Ukraine, and that it welcomes all international efforts aimed at achieving an end to the war.

"The Summit adopted a Joint Declaration, which confirms unified support for Ukraine, reaffirms commitment to international law and the principles of the United Nations Charter, supports Ukraine's European path, and emphasizes the importance of strengthening regional security and continuing joint efforts to establish a just and sustainable peace," it was announced.

On the sidelines of the Summit, Ivanovic, in response to journalistic questions, reiterated that Montenegro supports Ukraine's European perspective, as well as the European Union's enlargement policy, stressing that a united Europe is the best guarantee of peace, stability and prosperity. He also stressed that Montenegro, when it soon becomes a full member of the EU, will be a strong advocate for the continuation of the enlargement policy, based on merit, but free from administrative or political burdens.

It was announced that on the eve of the Summit, participants attended a ceremony marking Ukraine's National Day, hosted by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky.

In addition to Ivanovic, the Summit was attended by European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, Albanian President Bajram Begaj, Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić, Moldovan President Maja Sandu, Romanian President Nikušor Dan, Slovenian Prime Minister Janez Janša and Croatian Prime Minister Andrej Plenković, North Macedonian Deputy Prime Minister Bekim Sali and Bulgarian Foreign Minister Velislava Petrova, while Greek President Konstantinos Tassulas joined the Summit via video link.