Affirming the support of the United States for Montenegro's accession to the European Union.

This resolution expresses strong United States support for Montenegro's accession to the European Union, acknowledging its significant progress in reforms and commitment to democratic values. It highlights Montenegro's peaceful independence, its role as a NATO ally since 2017, and its efforts in combating corruption, hybrid threats, and organized crime. The resolution also recognizes Montenegro's long-standing partnership with the State of Maine through the National Guard's State Partnership Program. The resolution commends Montenegro's diligent approach to meeting EU accession benchmarks and its overwhelming public support for membership. It calls upon the President, the Secretary of State, and European allies to actively advocate for Montenegro's EU integration without additional bilateral conditions. Furthermore, it urges continued close cooperation with the Government of Montenegro to support EU enlargement for the Western Balkans and further Euro-Atlantic integration in the region. This includes working together on initiatives like the Framework for Countering Foreign Influence Manipulation.