Albanian President of the Republic, Bajram Begaj participated today in the inauguration ceremony of the new President of Montenegro, Jakov Milatovic.

In greeting and congratulating President Milatović on the occasion, President Begaj underlined the very good and good neighborly relations that exist between the two countries.

Also, referring to the very good example that the two countries have given in the framework of regional cooperation, President Begaj expressed his belief that these relations will be strengthened and expanded even more during the presidential mandate of President Milatovic.

“As two allied countries in NATO and in the process of negotiation for accession to EU, our two countries are active contributors to peace and security in our region, and beyond,” said Begaj.

In particular, the Head of Albanian State appreciated the important role played by the Albanian factor in Montenegro, for the stability, independence and Euro-Atlantic future of this neighboring and friendly country, while expressing his conviction that this community will continue to have the attention and support of President Milatovic and the Montenegrin institutions.

“The presence of Montenegro and the Montenegrin community in Albania are strong bridges of friendship and cooperation, which together we must support and promote more,” Begaj said.

These ceremonies were attended by a number of heads of state and government from the countries of the Southeast European region, and many high-ranking EU and US officials.

During his one-day visit to Montenegro, President Begaj made a stop in the city of Tuz, where he met with representatives of the Albanian factor in Montenegro. Begaj assured them of the unwavering attention and support of the Albanian institutions for all issues and concerns faced by the Albanian minority in Montenegro.

In particular, during this meeting, Begaj appreciated the very constructive role that the Albanians and the Albanian political forces in Montenegro have played, both for stability and within the country’s Euro-Atlantic processes.

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