Podgorica, Belgrade, (MINA-BUSINESS) – Minister of Tourism Simonida Kordic has said Serbia is at the top of the list of countries from which direct investments come to Montenegro, adding that the foreign trade exchange between the two countries is very strong.

“That is why it is important for us that our ties continue to develop and strengthen,” Kordic said at a meeting with the President of the Belgrade City Council Nikola Nikodijevic.

The meeting focused on boosting tourist exchange between Montenegro and Serbia, developing potential joint activities in international markets, and strengthening cooperation in the investment and hospitality sectors.

According to a press release from the Ministry, Kordic reminded that tourists from Serbia accounted for the largest share of total overnight stays in Montenegro – as much as 25 percent.
“Every year, we have 450,000 visitors from Serbia, and we want to show interest in this market and invite guests to visit Montenegro, where they are always welcome,” said Kordic.

Nikodijevic expressed satisfaction with the meeting with the Montenegrin delegation, emphasizing the importance of mutual cooperation in tourism.