While in Gdansk, I also met with Serhii Boiev, Deputy Defence Minister of Ukraine 🇺🇦.
We discussed priorities for the #NATOsummit and how NATO is helping strengthen Ukraine’s defence, incl through PURL
Met with 🇺🇦 Deputy Minister for Veterans Affairs @o_shym. We discussed the upcoming #NATOsummit & #NATO’s steadfast support to Ukraine.
We also spoke about the invaluable contributions of veterans and the importance of learning from their experiences & service.
.@DepSecGenNATO at #URC2026 : RUS war in 🇺🇦 shaped @NATO’s defence planning process, how we implement lessons learned and the way we interact with industry/innovation!
Great to be at the Ukraine Recovery Conference. Ukraine has been fighting for its values as a free & independent democracy. Defending their security & that of the Euro-Atlantic: the 2 are intrinsically linked. NATO’s support to 🇺🇦 is unwavering, now & in the long-term
#URC2026
Today, the European Union took a major step forward.
All member states agreed to open the first accession negotiations cluster with Ukraine and Moldova.
At the first intergovernmental conference on Monday, we will open the cluster on fundamentals; the backbone of the accession process.
It covers the core values and principles on which the EU is built, from the rule of law to strong democratic institutions.
This is a recognition of the determination, courage and hard work shown by both countries in advancing reforms, even in the face of immense challenges.
And a signal that the EU’s offer of peace, stability and opportunity is unmatchable.
Enlargement is a strategic choice.
By bringing our nations closer together, we strengthen peace, security and prosperity across our continent.
In a world marked by growing uncertainty, a larger European Union is in our common interest.
Enlargement remains one of the EU’s greatest success stories and our best investment in our shared future.
Yesterday, @MontenegroNATO hosted a reception marking 20 years since the restoration of Montenegro’s independence and 9 years of @NATO membership.
Amb. Kalezić highlighted that one of Montenegro’s most significant milestones was achieved on June 5, 2017, when the country joined NATO.
@DepSecGenNATO described Montenegro’s accession as inspiring and commended the country’s strategic choices over the past two decades.
🇪🇺 Ostvarenje sna generacija gradjana i gradjanki Crne Gore je blizu ali poslednja etapa ovog putovanja je i najteža. Ona zahtjeva sposobne institucije, prave ljude u njima, političku volju, ujedinjeno društvo i vjeru u naše sposobnosti 💪
Great to be back in Tivat 🇲🇪
Where people and cultures have met for centuries.
The entire Western Balkans lie at the heart of European history.
Our Summit is all about the next chapter.
Good to be in Podgorica 🇲🇪 and to meet with President @JakovMilatovic & Prime Minister @MickeySpajic
Montenegro is a valued member of our transatlantic family, contributing to our shared security and promoting peace & stability across the Western Balkans
Dobro je čuti pohvale NATO generalnog sekretara Marka Rutea za podršku Crne Gore Ukrajini kroz NATO Sveobuhvatni paket pomoći, ali i kroz bilateralne kanale.
Crna Gora nastavlja da pokazuje da podrška Ukrajini predstavlja investiciju u našu zajedničku bezbjednost.
Good to hear NATO SG Mark Rutte praise Montenegro’s support to Ukraine through the NATO Comprehensive Assistance Package and bilateral channels. Proud to have worked on this!
Montenegro continues to show that supporting Ukraine is an investment in our shared security.
📢 @CGDev is #nowhiring!
Join the Global Evidence Advisory Panel on Skills (GEAPS), a two-year initiative co-led with @WorldBankGroup, to shape what works in workforce development.
Open roles:
💼 Senior Policy Analyst (DC)
💼 Policy Analyst (DC or London)
Apply by Sunday, May 10 👉 https://t.co/0mhewgHZNF
We are now accepting applications for the 2026 Documenting Ukraine grant cycle.
Ukrainian scholars, filmmakers, journalists, archivists and librarians, writers and poets, and artists and photographers are welcome to apply for one-time grants of EUR 5,000 to support their work documenting the events of the Russo-Ukrainian War or reflecting on their own personal experiences.
Application deadline: 31 May 2026
Learn more here:
https://t.co/1a8VdWnWGC
We are taking measures to counter the growing threat of drone warfare and to strengthen EU and UA security and defence.
Applications are now open for founding members of a new EU-Ukraine Drone Alliance.
➡️https://t.co/wvFqk28k93
#StandWithUkraine
For my 🇦🇱 friends - 10 open positions in Brussels working on 🇦🇱’s accession process! Open to all citizens it seems - great example of looking for the right talent!
🟢 Vetëm 2 ditë të mbetura për shprehjen e interesit për të qenë pjesë e ekipit të Misionit të Republikës së Shqipërisë pranë Bashkimit Evropian, në Bruksel.
Mos e humb këtë mundësi për t'ju bashkuar skuadrës që përfaqëson Shqipërinë në zemër të Evropës 🇦🇱🇪🇺
👉link: https://t.co/JRc97mI2F5
Great engagement with Swedish Government representatives today followed by an expert discussion on NATO’s support to Ukraine 🇺🇦
Strong coordination with Allies remains key to sustained and predictable support.
🙌Applications are now open for the EU Diplomatic Programme for the Enlargement Region!
Funded by @eu_enlargement_, this 5-month training brings together diplomats & officials from the enlargement region to deepen their knowledge of EU affairs!
Apply now👉https://t.co/AaxTcnAjly