The priority of the Ministry of Interior and the Government of Montenegro is the safety of citizens while promoting the rule of law and the economic prosperity of the country, it was announced at the meeting of the working group for the preparation of the National Strategy for the fight against transnational organized crime.
As announced by the Ministry of the Interior, the working group for the preparation of the National Strategy, formed by the Minister of the Interior, and consisting of representatives of relevant institutions and international organizations, finalized the Draft National Strategy for the fight against transnational organized crime.
"Transnational organized crime poses a threat to the safety and security of citizens and endangers the entire society. Widespread transnational organized crime and its corrupting influence destroys the fabric of society, diminishes the rule of law, weakens state institutions, hinders development and undermines good governance," the announcement states.
They explained that by eliminating the influence of organized criminal groups in Montenegro, a more attractive and safe environment for investments will be provided, government revenues will be stimulated and new jobs will be created for our citizens.
"We want the National Strategy to be a guideline for our efforts, and to serve as an expression of our political will to work strongly against transnational organized crime. The key goals we have set, which primarily relate to a unified approach in breaking organized crime, will contribute to this. criminal groups, which will ensure the safety of our citizens," the Ministry of Interior announced.
The Ministry, they said, coordinated the process of developing the Strategy, and will also coordinate the process of implementation, which requires a "comprehensive national effort".
"This is not only a problem for law enforcement authorities, but the entire Montenegrin society must be involved in this undertaking. The Ministry of Internal Affairs and the Government of Montenegro recognize the need for close coordination with civil society and international partners when it comes to the fight against transnational organized crime." they announced.
They pointed out that by working together, they will face transnational organized crime, while promoting security, it is necessary to strengthen the rule of law as a guiding principle, integrity and good governance, and unleash the potential of our economy.
"The state will fight decisively, strongly, coordinated and inclusively against transnational organized crime, which is becoming a national priority," the Ministry's announcement states.
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