Minister Azemović Meets with Representatives of the Diaspora in Turkey: Strengthening Cooperation and Preserving Ties with the Homeland

Minister of the Diaspora Mirsad Azemović met with representatives of the diaspora in the Republic of Turkey to discuss improving cooperation with their homeland, preserving national identity, and the importance of emigrants’ contributions to Montenegro’s development. The meeting was attended by representatives of the Montenegro Association, the Türkiye Bosnia Sandžak Association, the Sivas Bosnia Sandžak Association, and the Laleli Businesspeople Association, as well as other businesspeople and members of the diaspora. During the discussion, diaspora representatives expressed concern over announcements that diaspora members might be removed from Montenegro’s voter registry, emphasizing the importance of preserving their connection with their homeland. They recalled the significant contribution emigrants made to the restoration of Montenegro’s independence, as well as their continued contribution to the country’s economic development, particularly through investments, business activities, and remittances. It was also emphasized that diaspora members regularly fulfill their tax obligations to the state, further demonstrating their responsibility and contribution to Montenegro’s economic development. The participants stressed the importance of continuing institutional dialogue and strengthening mutual trust, while Minister Azemović reaffirmed the Ministry of the Diaspora’s commitment to improving cooperation and preserving strong ties between emigrants and their homeland.