Solemnly Celebrated Montenegro Army Day, Krapović: Right to Defense for Everyone, Right to Immunity for No One

The celebration was marked by a rich program that combined tradition, development, and modern capabilities of the Montenegro Army, including flyovers of planes and helicopters, video displays of Army activities domestically and in international missions, a ceremonial military oath, and the awarding of decisions to newly promoted officers, ending with a gun salute. He emphasized that the modernization of the Army is not just about acquiring new equipment but involves a deep transformation of the system, strengthening capabilities, developing technological and cyber capacities, improving planning and resource management, but above all investing in people. Krapović recalled significant investments in the defense system made in the previous period, including the procurement of two patrol ships, 'Petar I Njegoš' and 'Petar II Njegoš,' new helicopters, logistical vehicles, infantry weapons, simulators, radar and surveillance systems, as well as other investments in the development of Montenegro Army capabilities. He thanked the Ministry of Defense, the General Staff, and the Government of Montenegro for supporting the implementation of defense priorities, especially Prime Minister Milojko Spajić and Deputy Prime Minister for Security, Defense, Crime Fight, and Internal Politics Aleksa Bečić. Speaking about the Army's third mission, the minister stated that the Army exists for citizens and must be ready to assist civil institutions and citizens, especially in situations where lives, property, infrastructure, and natural resources are threatened. The Chief of the General Staff of the Montenegro Army, Brigadier General Miodrag Vuksanović, highlighted the importance of history, tradition, and generations that have borne responsibility for Montenegro's defense through the centuries, emphasizing the obligation of current generations to continue building a capable, professional, and ready Montenegro Army.