The Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Montenegro, Mr. Ervin Ibrahimović, took part in the NATO Foreign Ministers’ meeting in Brussels, where critical issues concerning the Alliance were deliberated in preparation for the upcoming Summit in The Hague.

The discussions focused on enhancing Euro-Atlantic solidarity and unity, particularly stressing the need for increased defense spending as a vital strategy for maintaining peace in Europe and North America over the past 76 years.

The situation in Ukraine was also a topic of conversation, with allies reaffirming their commitment to seeking a solution that would foster a fair and lasting peace, alongside long-term security guarantees from Europe and the USA.

In light of global security challenges, discussions included partners from the Indo-Pacific region, exploring avenues to bolster cooperation with the Southern Neighborhood, which will be further enhanced by the establishment of a NATO office in Amman.

Minister Ibrahimović underscored Montenegro’s robust commitment to shared values and initiatives, emphasizing the significance of safeguarding the security of the Western Balkans, a region of strategic importance to the Alliance.

“We are extremely proud that Montenegro will host the NATO Youth Summit at the end of April, which will be inaugurated by Deputy Secretary General Radmila Šekerinska. This is yet another affirmation of our responsible membership and dedication to enhancing Montenegro’s position within the Alliance, as well as to implementing NATO policies,” stated Ibrahimović.

Over the past two days in Brussels, Ibrahimović held a brief meeting with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and spoke with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte, along with colleagues, the foreign ministers of the United Kingdom David Lammy, Luxembourg Xavier Bettel, and Slovenia Tanja Fajon.