Krapović and Dimitrov Discuss Further Plans to Strengthen Bilateral Cooperation with the Republic of Bulgaria

He informed the defense attaché that defense spending for the current year is planned to exceed 2% of GDP, with the aim of reaching 2035. The minister briefed his counterpart on investments and ongoing projects aimed at modernizing the capabilities of the Armed Forces of Montenegro, and presented plans concerning the improvement of aviation capabilities. In the context of the EU enlargement policy, Krapović expressed the expectation that the Bulgarian government would continue to support Montenegro, particularly now, during the final stage of European reforms. In this regard, Krapović emphasized the encouraging messages from European officials regarding the possibility of signing the Treaty of Accession to the European Union in 2027. Ambassador Dimitrov praised Montenegro’s successful results in its EU accession negotiations and expressed his conviction that the country could expect continued support from the Republic of Bulgaria in the final phase of joining the European family. The Defense Attaché of the Republic of Bulgaria, Colonel Hristov, confirmed his country’s commitment to the continued development of cooperation with Montenegro through various projects and activities, expressing satisfaction at the opportunity to learn about current developments in Montenegro’s defense system.