President of the Parliament Mr Ranko Krivokapić and US Assistant State Secretary Ms Victoria Nuland pointed out good and intensive bilateral relations between Montenegro and the United States of America in all fields and especially in Euro-Atlantic integration.

The interlocutors pointed out that a parliamentary dialogue on NATO and other key topics regarding integration and development challenges was inevitable for further strengthening of democratic processes in Montenegro. The conversation focused on Euro-Atlantic integration of our country and awaiting invitation for Montenegro’s NATO membership in December this year at the Ministerial Meeting.  President Krivokapić emphasised that Montenegro was fulfilling the agenda of commitments on its Euro-Atlantic path with dedication, especially pointing out the activities on strengthening the rule of law.  “Montenegro wants to be a part of the system of collective security and that is our foreign policy priority. NATO not only unites Montenegro with the community of secure states, but also with a system of values based on full democracy, rule of law, and multi-ethnic harmony”, said Mr Krivokapić.

The interlocutors assessed that Montenegro was achieving visible results at the path of reforms, and that intensification of such activities should be continued awaiting the Ministerial Meeting in December.  Montenegro’s integration path is important for stability of the Western Balkans region and rounding up NATO’s line in Mediterranean.

The message was sent at the meeting that Montenegro could count on partner support of the USA in integration process.