Hungary’s PM Orbán Pushes for Balkan Country’s Swift EU Membership
Hungary and Montenegro Strengthen Bilateral Relations for EU Integration
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán and Montenegrin counterpart Milojko Spajic reaffirmed their strong bilateral ties during a meeting in Budapest. Orbán expressed his positive outlook on the relationship between the two countries, emphasizing the absence of any political or economic conflicts.
The leaders discussed various bilateral and international issues, highlighting the importance of EU enlargement in the Western Balkans. Orbán emphasized the need to inject new momentum and resources into the EU’s economy by integrating countries from the region, with Montenegro being one of the most prepared nations.
Despite the progress made by Montenegro in adapting to the EU’s judiciary system, Orbán noted that the accession process has stalled for the past seven years. He pledged to push for the closure of four chapters in December, signaling a significant step forward in Montenegro’s EU integration.
On the economic front, bilateral trade between Hungary and Montenegro has been flourishing, with Hungarian companies playing a key role in Montenegro’s economy. Both countries are exploring new avenues for economic cooperation, with Hungarian investments in Montenegro seeing positive outcomes.
Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó also emphasized the importance of integrating the Western Balkans into the EU, highlighting the region’s potential to provide fresh energy and momentum to the bloc. He announced the closure of four chapters in Montenegro’s EU integration process, marking a milestone in the enlargement efforts.
Overall, Hungary and Montenegro are committed to strengthening their ties and advancing their shared goal of EU integration. The recent developments signal a positive trajectory for the relationship between the two countries, with a focus on fostering economic cooperation and promoting regional stability.
