Krapović - Pollard: "Montenegro and the United Kingdom committed to strengthening partnership"

Krapović and Pollard agreed that the signing of the updated version of the 2017 Memorandum is a clear indicator of the readiness and commitment of both sides to strengthen partnership and alliance relations.

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Photo: Ministry of Defense
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Montenegro and the United Kingdom are committed to strengthening partnership and alliance relations, it was announced at a meeting between Defense Minister Dragan Krapović and his British counterpart Luke Pollard.

As announced by the Ministry of Defense, the two ministers, during Krapović's working visit to the United Kingdom, signed a Memorandum of Understanding on the improvement of bilateral defense and security cooperation.

It is stated that Krapović and Pollard agreed that the signing of the updated version of the 2017 Memorandum is a clear indicator of the readiness and commitment of both sides to strengthen partnership and alliance relations.

Krapović pointed out the importance of the British contribution to strengthening the capacities of the Ministry of Defense and the Army of Montenegro (AVM), especially in the area of ​​human resources, as the most vital link in the defense system.

"This contribution is primarily reflected in opportunities for professional development at prestigious British military educational institutions," Krapović emphasized.

He pointed out the importance of numerous specialist trainings and exercises through which members of the Armed Forces of Montenegro, in cooperation with members of the Armed Forces of Great Britain, strengthen their capabilities to respond to growing security challenges.

Pollard, as stated, stressed the readiness to continue intensive defense cooperation with Montenegro, as a credible ally that actively contributes to the collective security system.

"The interlocutors reviewed the current political and security situation in Europe, with a focus on the war in Ukraine and the necessity of increasing defense spending and investments in defense systems," the statement said.

The Ministry said that a working lunch was also organized with Lord Vernon Coker, a member of the House of Lords, with whom Krapović discussed geopolitical circumstances and the importance of joint action by allies and a synchronized response to the security challenges facing Europe and the world.

As announced, during his visit to the United Kingdom, Krapović will visit the Royal College of Defence Studies, visit the Business and Trade Agency, and attend a demonstration of the capabilities of the British Armed Forces.

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