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Partnership with the UN contributes to democratization of society

Podgorica, (MINA) – The long-standing partnership between Montenegro and the UN has significantly contributed to the democratization of Montenegrin society and the overall development of the country, it was stated at the meeting between Minister of Foreign Affairs Ervin Ibrahimovic…

Ibrahimovic: Montenegro must not allow any deviations from EU path

Podgorica, (MINA) – Montenegro has never been closer to becoming an EU member state, and must not allow any deviation from the European path, said Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Ervin Ibrahimovic. In an interview with the…

Milatovic: Montenegro to host NATO Youth Summit

Podgorica, (MINA) – Montenegro will host the NATO Youth Summit this year, President of Montenegro Jakov Milatovic has announced. Milatovic said that the organization of this event in Montenegro is the result of the talks he and Prime Minister Milojko…

Gradual alignment of visa policy aimed at protecting national economic interests

Podgorica, (MINA-BUSINESS) – According to a press release from the Prime Minister’s Office, clear economic interests are the main reason why Montenegro has established a visa-free regime with a number of countries. The Office explained that, in the current global…

Mattarella: Montenegro can join the EU by 2028

Podgorica, (MINA) – Montenegro can achieve its goal of joining the EU by 2028, Italian President Sergio Mattarella has stated, adding that Italy is ready to cooperate and assist the Montenegrin government. Speaking at a press conference in Cetinje, following…

Milatovic: Montenegro is a wine country

Podgorica, (MINA-BUSINESS) – The President of Montenegro, Jakov Milatovic, has said that Montenegrin wines are an important national brand, adding that Montenegro must do everything it can to support the wine industry. “The designation of a day to celebrate our…

Value of construction works increases

Podgorica, (MINA-BUSINESS) – According to Monstat, the value of construction works completed in last year’s fourth quarter was 2.3 percent higher compared to the same period in 2023. The value of construction works completed in the fourth quarter is 12.1…

Gas potential exploration to continue in Montenegro’s part of the Adriatic

Podgorica, (MINA-BUSINESS) – Minister of Mining, Oil, and Gas Admir Sahmanovic has announced the continuation of gas potential exploration in the Montenegrin part of the Adriatic, along with further implementation of the Adriatic-Ionian pipeline construction project. “These projects not only…

Games of chance generate over €3 million in revenues

Podgorica, (MINA-BUSINESS) – According to the Games of Chance Administration, revenues from games of chance and prize competitions reached €3.03 million in January, up 84.76 percent year on year. “In the same period, there was also an increase in casino…

Boycott reduces turnover by 30.23 percent

Podgorica, (MINA-BUSINESS) – According to data from the Tax Administration, the five largest retail chains saw a 30.23 percent drop in turnover compared to 1 February due to the boycott of stores on Saturday, 8 February. On 8 February, their…

Western Balkans’ EU accession seen as a common interest, enlargement as a security investment

Podgorica, (MINA) – The Western Balkans’ countries joining the EU will contribute to strengthening common security, and speeding up the negotiation process is a common interest of both the EU and candidate countries, as stated at the meeting of foreign…

Air Montenegro’s revenues increase by half a million in January

Podgorica, (MINA-BUSINESS) – Air Montenegro has transported 24,250 passengers in January, which is 29 percent more compared to the same period last year. The national airline stated in a press release that 334 flights were operated, which is 70 flights…