Minister of Foreign Affairs of Montenegro, Ervin Ibrahimovic, and UK Special Envoy for the Western Balkans, Karen Pierce, signed a Joint Declaration on Strategic Partnership between the two countries in Kotor on Wednesday.

According to the press release from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ibrahimovic said that this is a very important day for the relations between Montenegro and the United Kingdom.

“This declaration opens a new chapter in our cooperation and confirms the strong alliance we share”, he said.

Recalling the common commitment to democracy, peace and the rule of law, Ibrahimovic thanked the UK for its continuous support in the realization of Montenegrin foreign policy goals, as well as its active role in the region.

Pierce emphasized that this Joint Declaration represents a turning point in the strengthening of long-standing relations between the UK and Montenegro, a relationship that both countries highly value. She emphasized that, as a close friend and ally, the UK remains fully committed to supporting Montenegro’s European path.