Montenegro and UAE Enhance Bilateral Cooperation Opportunities

Milun Zogović, the Deputy Prime Minister of Montenegro, has commenced an official visit to the United Arab Emirates (UAE), leading a delegation that includes Dragoljub Nikolić, the General Secretary of the Government, and Aleksandar Moštrokol, the Chargé d’affaires at the Montenegrin Embassy in the UAE. This visit aims to strengthen bilateral relations and explore new avenues for collaboration between the two nations.

During a bilateral meeting with Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, the UAE Minister of Economy and Tourism, Zogović discussed potential opportunities to enhance cooperation in several sectors. The discussions were characterized by a friendly and constructive atmosphere, with both parties focused on the potential for progressive, dynamic, and continuous collaboration.

Areas of Focus for Collaboration

The dialogue highlighted several key areas for cooperation, including:

• Infrastructure
• Tourism
• Agriculture
• Digital transformation
• Renewable energy
• Healthy food production

Both Zogović and Al Marri emphasized the importance of strengthening economic ties between Montenegro and the UAE. They discussed enhancing logistical, transport, and investment cooperation, which are crucial for developing mutual interests. The officials expressed a commitment to continue the dialogue and to concretize joint projects that would facilitate the connectivity of their economies.

A significant point of discussion was the establishment of year-round air connectivity between Montenegro and the UAE. The leaders agreed that such an initiative would represent a key step towards significantly increasing economic, tourism, and business activities between the two nations.

As Montenegro seeks to broaden its international partnerships, the outcome of this visit could pave the way for increased investment and collaboration with one of the Middle East’s most dynamic economies. The ongoing dialogue indicates a promising future for bilateral relations, with both countries poised to benefit from enhanced cooperation and shared objectives.