Krapović in Venice: Hybrid and cyber threats require flexibility, unity and coordination

The rapid changes in the security environment, accompanied by new hybrid and cyber threats, require flexibility, unity and greater coordination — so said Defence Minister Dragan Krapović, as Pobjeda reports.

Krapović took part in the meeting of the Adriatic-Ionian Initiative (ADRION) at the level of defence ministers, held in Venice. He stressed that no state can respond alone to today’s challenges.

According to the Defence Ministry’s announcement, Krapović noted the importance of this regional platform and said the meeting is an important opportunity to confirm the strong commitment to the joint preservation of peace and stability in the Adriatic-Ionian basin.

Referring to the proposals for new models of cooperation within the existing initiative, he stressed the importance of their complementarity with the efforts to strengthen the European pillar within NATO, rationally avoiding duplication of efforts. He welcomed the comprehensive approach in promoting new ideas and the fact that the invitation for cooperation is also open to partners who share the same security perspective for the continent.

Krapović announced that Montenegro will continue its constructive contribution to the stability of the region and of the entire Euro-Atlantic space. Through the process of modernising the Army of Montenegro, with a focus on strengthening naval capabilities, the state’s capacities will be significantly strengthened — “this represents a direct contribution to regional security”, he concluded.