Sakova: Potential for Cooperation Between Slovakia and Montenegro Significant

Podgorica, May 30 (TASR-correspondent) - The potential for cooperation between Slovakia and Montenegro is much greater than its current level, and Friday’s business forum in Podgorica was a step toward realizing it, Slovak Economy Minister Denisa Sakova declared during her working visit to Podgorica together with a delegation led by Slovak President Peter Pellegrini. During the visit, Sakova also held a bilateral meeting with Montenegro’s Deputy Prime Minister for Economic Development Nik Gjeloshaj. Thanks to the Montenegro-Slovakia Business Forum held in Podgorica, more than 30 Slovak companies had the opportunity to present themselves, representing various sectors including energy, water management, construction, and the defense industry. „We want entrepreneurs from both our countries to have more opportunities to trade, invest, and cooperate. I firmly believe that the exchange of experiences and joint business initiatives can bring concrete results that will be felt by people on both sides,” said Sakova. She also sees great potential in future cooperation between Slovakia and Montenegro in the area of green transition. According to the minister, Montenegro has favorable conditions for the use of renewable energy sources and the development of electromobility. Slovakia, on the other hand, has expertise in the automotive industry, battery production, and smart energy solutions. Cooperation in this sector would make sense for both countries, including the exchange of experience and the development of subcontractor chains, emphasized the Deputy Prime Minister. Sakova expressed support for Montenegro’s ambition to join the European Union by 2028, which would make it the 28th member state. „We fully support Montenegro in its integration efforts, and just as Slovakia stood by Montenegro in the era when it declared its independence, we stand by it today. We are ready to share our experiences and be a reliable partner,” she added. mf