Memorandum of Understanding signed between the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Montenegro and the U.S. Department of State: Close cooperation for more effective fight against disinformation

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Mr. Ervin Ibrahimović and the U.S. Ambassador to Montenegro Judy Rising Reinke signed a Memorandum of Understanding between the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Montenegro and the U.S. Department of State, through which Montenegro joins an initiative aimed at combating information manipulation by foreign entities.

"Given that modern security threats, such as hybrid activities including disinformation and information manipulation, pose a particular threat to Montenegro and the region as a whole, it is necessary to make additional efforts to strengthen national capacities in this area. Cooperation with allies in this regard is crucial," Minister Ibrahimović emphasized.

He stated that all activities within this initiative are fully aligned with our European agenda, and expressed gratitude to the U.S. for its continued support to Montenegro on its path to the EU. "I am pleased that, through the signing of this Memorandum, we have confirmed our mutual commitment to a strong partnership and alliance between Montenegro and the U.S., as well as further improvement of bilateral cooperation and overall interstate relations."

Ambassador Reinke said that foreign disinformation poses a threat to the national security of the United States, as well as its partners and allies.

"Our foreign competitors and adversaries use disinformation to exploit gaps within our democracies, further sowing doubt, cynicism, and instability. By working closely together, Montenegro and the United States can more effectively address this challenge," Reinke said.