Montenegro Presents Progress in Coordinating Social Security Systems Before the EU Administrative Commission

Darka Džabasan, a representative of the Ministry of Social Welfare, Family Care and Demography, participated in the 14th International Forum on the Coordination of Social Security Systems in Brussels on the 13th, held as part of the work of the European Union’s Administrative Commission for the Coordination of Social Security Systems. During a special session dedicated to Montenegro, the country’s progress was presented, along with activities to prepare for the application of European rules and fulfil obligations under Negotiating Chapter 2 – Freedom of Movement for Workers. The Ministry coordinates activities in the area of social security coordination, directing the work of the relevant institutions to align with European rules and strengthen institutional capacities. The presentation covered efforts to improve the legal framework, strengthen administrative capacities and prepare for participation in the Electronic Exchange of Social Security Information (EESSI) system. This was the first time Montenegro presented its achievements and planned activities in this area before the Administrative Commission. Representatives of EU member states welcomed the progress made and expressed their readiness to provide bilateral support through the exchange of experience and expert cooperation, with the aim of further improving the system and preparing Montenegro for full membership in the European Union. Participation in the meeting represents an important step in the Ministry’s and relevant institutions’ continued efforts to improve the coordination of social security systems and intensify preparations for applying European rules in this area.