25.01.2022.
Minister Stefanović Talked to Special Envoy of British Government to the Western Balkans Stuart Peach
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence Nebojša Stefanović, PhD, who is paying an official visit to the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, talked with Special Envoy of the British Government for the Western Balkans Stuart Peach on current politico-security situation in the region.
Underlying the long-term strategic orientation of the Republic of Serbia to maintain the status of a militarily neutral country, Minister Stefanović pointed to the efforts of our country to develop and enhance relations with all partners, in accordance with its own interests, for the purpose of strengthening global, regional and national security.Minister Stefanović stressed that Serbia as well endeavours to develop good neighbourly relations and remain a strong factor of regional stability, and on this occasion he informed the British Envoy about the initiative of President Aleksandar Vučić titled “Open Balkan” which, according to his evaluation, unequivocally confirms the orientation of Serbia towards building stability, security and prosperous region.
The minister expressed his concern with unpredictable moves of the provisional institutions of Priština which are intended to intimidate the Serbs in Kosovo and Metohija, and they also pose a threat to the stability of the entire region. He reminded on this occasion as well that the establishment of so-called Armed Forces of Kosovo is in contrast with all international documents.
Special Envoy Peach welcomed the dedication of Belgrade to dialogue, pointing out that the United Kingdom fully supports the positions of EU Special Representative Miroslav Lajčák on the dialogue between Belgrade and Priština.Peach expressed his support to the European integration process, but he also expressed his concern over possible destabilisation of the Western Balkans, adding that the United Kingdom will endeavour to maintain the neutral position and impartially interpret the events in the region.
Also, he emphasised the importance of the role that the Republic of Serbia plays as a factor of maintenance of regional stability.
