Washington is "very encouraged" by developments during the first 100 days of Montenegro's new government and optimistic about prospects for deeper European and Euro-Atlantic integration, James O'Brien, assistant secretary of state for European and Eurasian affairs, said on February 19 during a visit to Podgorica. Montenegro's parliament on October 31 appointed a new government -- a coalition of pro-Europe and pro-Serbia/Russia-friendly parties -- expected to lead the country in its bid to join the EU. Prime Minister Milojko Spajic, who met with O'Brien, has said he supports "full membership" in the EU and "active, credible" membership in NATO, which Montenegro joined in 2017. To read the original story by RFE/RL’s Balkan Service, click here.
U.S. 'Encouraged' By First 100 Days Of Montenegro's Government, State Department Official Says
James O'Brien, U.S. secretary of state for European and Eurasian Affairs, and Montenegro's prime minister, Milojko Spajic, met in Podgorica on February 19.