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Montenegro to improve relations with Russia, Đukanović

The winner of the 2018 presidential elections in Montenegro and leader of the ruling Democratic Party of Socialists, DPS, told the RIA Novosti agency he intends to improve relations between Montenegro and Russia during his presidency.

“Montenegro should strive to cherish traditionally friendly ties with Russia and as a president I myself will commit to this goal. We’re a tiny Balkan country offering rich cultural and historical heritage and at the same time proud of democracy and antifascism, being core of our existence. These principles closely connect Montenegrins and Russians,” said Đukanović.

Mr. Đukanović also hinted that Montenegro’s relationship with Russia deteriorated to the lower point over the last few years, with no reason: “Only because Montenegro opted for NATO Alliance and the EU, which Moscow itself knew from the very beginning,” explained Mr. Đukanović.

He didn’t forget to mention that such a decision was supported by majority of Montenegro’s citizens at the recently held presidential elections. “We expect everyone to respect our right to choice, esp. those we reckon as our traditional partners,” said Đukanović.

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