In Balkans Montenegro closest to EU integration, says Hungarian President

In the Balkans, Montenegro “stands closest” to joining the European Union, Hungarian President János Áder after meeting his Montenegrin counterpart Filip Vujanovic in Cetinje on Tuesday.

A clearly defined EU enlargement policy is an essential criterion of Europe’s stability and security, Áder said in the Montenegro presidential palace.

He said he states Hungary’s position every time when discussing the issue of enlargement with his European counterparts that Brussels must set a clear timetable with exact deadlines for candidate countries and must also conduct effective talks with them.

As a candidate, Montenegro is a socially stable country which pursues an exemplary neighbourhood policy, he said. It has also produced considerable economic growth over the past few years, he added.

Hungary will continue to support Montenegro’s integration which could serve as a model to inspire other candidates, Áder said.