On 8th October, the President of the Republic of Montenegro Milo Đukanović was received in the Magistral Palace by the Order of Malta’s Grand Master, Fra’ Giacomo dalla Torre del Tempio di Sanguinetto.

Many subjects were discussed during the talks, including the situation in the Balkans with Montenegro’s recent accession to NATO, the expectations for the European integration process and the commitment to promote interethnic and interreligious coexistence.

Afterwards, the subject was raised of the protection, restoration and promotion of the icon of Our Lady of Philermos, housed in Cetinje, Montenegro. Both parties agreed to continue their cooperation to preserve the Order of Malta’s symbol of Marian spirituality.