Prime Minister Ana Brnabic talked today with Italian Defence Minister Lorenzo Guerini about bilateral relations and strengthening cooperation in all areas on the basis of a strategic partnership.
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Strengthening cooperation with Italy on basis of strategic partnership
Belgrade,
15 December 2020
Brnabic assessed that the relations between Serbia and Italy are at the best possible level, emphasising that economic and investment cooperation is of priority importance, because Italy has been one of the most important economic partners of Serbia for several years.
The Prime Minister expressed gratitude to the Italian soldiers within KFOR, who with their professional behaviour and actions protected the monastery of Visoki Decani and did a lot for the safety of the Serbian population in Kosovo and Metohija.
Guerini said that Serbia is key to maintaining peace and stability in the Western Balkans, emphasizing that Italy greatly appreciates Serbia's efforts to strengthen regional cooperation.
The Minister pointed out that Italy appreciates the constructive approach of our country within the dialogue between Belgrade and Pristina, and added that Italy provides full support to Serbia on its European path.
The interlocutors assessed that the cooperation between the armed forces of the two countries is excellent, and Guerini noted that he highly appreciates the participation of Serbian soldiers in international peacekeeping missions, emphasizing the special contribution they make in the United Nations Mission in Lebanon.
Guerini expressed gratitude for the medical assistance that Serbia sent to Italy at the beginning of the coronavirus pandemic, and assessed that this showed the friendship between the two countries even in difficult times.
The Prime Minister also expressed gratitude for the engagement of doctors and medical staff, which Italy sent to Serbia during the pandemic.
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