Ćulafić: Help from international partners is important for progress in environmental protection

Ćulafić said that Montenegro has come a long way in a relatively short period of time when it comes to initiating and implementing projects in the field of the environment. Disclaimer: The translations are mostly done through AI translator and might not be 100% accurate. Montenegro has more room than ever for progress in environmental protection, assessed the Minister of Ecology, Sustainable Development and Northern Development Damjan Ćulafić, stating that the support of the World Bank is important for the implementation of environmental projects. As announced by the Ministry of Ecology, Sustainable Development and Northern Development (MERS), Ćulafić today received a visit from the new World Bank Country Director for Bosnia and Herzegovina and Montenegro, Liang Wang. Ćulafić said that he was pleased with the enthusiasm for continued cooperation, adding that MERS is here to hear suggestions and recommendations in order to accelerate the dynamics of the work. "Montenegro has more room than ever to progress in the field of environmental protection and to raise it to the necessary level, and this would certainly not be possible without the support and assistance of our international partners," said Ćulafić. As stated in the statement, the meeting discussed projects in the field of waste management systems, with a special focus on the project to build a regional center in Nikšić. "World Bank representatives expressed openness to continuing cooperation and providing support in various segments, so that the implementation of projects can proceed smoothly," the statement said. It is added that projects in the field of water supply and wastewater management were also discussed. Ćulafić said that Montenegro has come a long way in a relatively short period of time when it comes to initiating and implementing projects in the field of the environment. "During the meeting, projects and activities in the areas of air quality, climate change and Natura 2000 were also discussed," the statement said. As it is added, representatives of the World Bank expressed their readiness to continue successful cooperation and support Montenegro in the implementation of projects in the field of environmental protection. See more: Download the app and follow the news FOLLOW US ON