Ivanović with representatives of leading European [lat]think tank[/lat] organizations on the conclusion of Montenegro's negotiation process with the EU

The Deputy Prime Minister of Montenegro for Foreign and European Affairs, Dr. Filip Ivanović, met today with representatives of three renowned European organizations engaged in research and analysis of public policies – the German Council on Foreign Relations from Berlin, the Klingendal Institute for International Relations from The Hague, and the Carnegie Europe Institute from Brussels. During the meeting, they discussed Montenegro's progress towards EU membership, the current dynamics of the negotiation process, and key reforms needed for its successful completion. Deputy Prime Minister Ivanović outlined the government's priorities in the European integration process, emphasizing that EU membership is a strategic priority for Montenegro and a goal with broad societal consensus. He highlighted the importance of continuing reforms in areas such as rule of law, strengthening institutions, aligning with EU legal standards, and fulfilling remaining obligations from negotiation chapters. Ivanović also expressed Montenegro's appreciation for the expertise and support of relevant European institutions, research centers, and organizations that contribute to a better understanding of the enlargement process and the European perspective of the Western Balkans. The representatives from the German Council on Foreign Relations, Klingendal Institute, and Carnegie Europe informed the deputy about the objectives of their visit to Montenegro and activities aimed at assessing the country's readiness to implement the remaining reforms.