The Delegation of the European Union to Montenegro, in partnership with the Ministry of European Affairs and the Capital City of Podgorica, marked Europe Day by hosting an EU Fair in the University Park in Podgorica, as part of the Europe Day celebrations across Montenegro.
This was announced by the EU Delegation.
As they state, the program brought together citizens, representatives of institutions, the diplomatic corps, organizations, and numerous visitors of all generations.
"The program opened with addresses by the Deputy Head of the European Union Delegation, Rikard Serija, Minister of European Affairs Maida Gorčević and Mayor of Podgorica, Saša Mujović, who emphasized the importance of European values, cooperation and togetherness. The musical part of the program was marked by the first public performance of the OM band / the band of the European Union Delegation in Montenegro, while the event ended with a concert by the band Fantom and Petar Wagner with covers of ex-YU hits," the statement said.
The Delegation adds that the stands of 14 European Union member states - Austria, Bulgaria, Croatia, the Czech Republic, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Italy, the Netherlands, Poland, Romania, Slovakia and Slovenia - as well as numerous partners and institutions, attracted particular attention from visitors.
"Visitors had the opportunity to learn about European cultures, gastronomy, educational and partnership programs, as well as the opportunities offered by European initiatives and projects. Great interest was also aroused by the interactive European passport game, during which citizens visited the stands of member states and partners, participated in various activities and collected stamps inspired by European traditions and cultures," it is emphasized.
As stated, numerous activities for children and adults have been organized within the thematic zones - a sports corner with chess challenges, creative workshops and a photography exhibition "What does Europe mean to you?", a workshop "With wine and colors", a children's corner with educational content, an innovation zone dedicated to robotics and digital technologies, as well as a pet corner with a dog adoption program in cooperation with a dog shelter.
The Delegation adds that Nina Badrić's concert will be held tonight at 21 pm at Independence Square in Podgorica, organized by the European House, the Podgorica Tourist Organization and the Capital City, as part of the celebration of Europe Day.
"This year's celebration of Europe Day once again confirmed the importance of togetherness, cultural exchange and European values, through an open and interactive event intended for all citizens," it concludes.
Gorčević: The voice of Montenegro is heard today with special attention and respect
Minister of European Affairs Maida Gorčević assessed that May 9th is not just a European holiday, but that it is "a day that reminds us that the greatest historical stories began in countries that believed in their future."
As announced by her department, Gorčević, together with the Mayor of Podgorica, Saša Mujović, and the Deputy Head of Mission of the EU Delegation to Montenegro, Riccardo Seri, opened the traditional EU Fair in Podgorica, where, as part of the central celebration of Europe Day, the embassies of EU member states, institutions, EU projects and local producers presented themselves.
The Minister said that Montenegro's path towards membership is no longer just a state goal, but a civilizational change created by people with sufficient knowledge and courage, because they know that this country can be part of the most successful community of modern democracies.
"Therefore, this generation has an obligation to leave the young a fairer country than they found it. Especially since the feeling of belonging to Europe is most recognized among young people: through the languages they speak, the plans they make, and the belief that they can live and create in Montenegro," said Gorčević.
She emphasized that it is also particularly symbolic that this year Montenegro is chairing the Berlin Process and bringing together regional and international leaders at the European Union - Western Balkans Summit.
She said that this is not only a political moment, but also confirmation that the voice of Montenegro is being heard with special attention and respect today.
"I believe that the year 2028 will have a special place in the history of our country as the year in which we will become the 28th member of the European Union. I am certain that with our identity, culture and sense of freedom, we will enrich the community to which we have long belonged in terms of values," said the Minister of European Affairs.
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