June 26, 2006
Montenegro joined the United Nations, becoming the 192nd member state after gaining independence from Serbia.
New York City, USA | United Nations
On June 28, 2006, Montenegro was officially admitted as the 192nd member state of the United Nations. This significant event followed Montenegro’s declaration of independence from the State Union of Serbia and Montenegro, marking a new chapter in the nation’s history.
Montenegro’s journey to independence was part of a broader dissolution process of the former Yugoslavia, which began in the early 1990s. After a referendum held on May 21, 2006, resulted in a vote for independence, the Montenegrin Parliament formally declared independence from Serbia on June 3, 2006. This action brought an end to Montenegro’s union with Serbia, which was the last legal tie to the former Yugoslav federation.
Following its independence, Montenegro applied for membership in various international organizations to solidify its statehood and integrate into the international community. The United Nations General Assembly voted to admit Montenegro as its 192nd member on June 28, 2006. This admission into the UN was a vital step in gaining international recognition and securing Montenegro’s place in global affairs.
Joining the United Nations allowed Montenegro to participate more fully in diplomatic and international economic activities and enhanced its profile on the world stage. Membership opened opportunities for collaboration on a wide array of issues, from peacekeeping and security to sustainable development and human rights.
Montenegro’s successful bid for UN membership symbolized international recognition of its sovereignty and independence—a pivotal moment in its post-Yugoslav history—and set the stage for subsequent integration processes, including aspirations towards membership in the European Union and NATO.
Following its accession to the UN, Montenegro continued to strengthen its international relations and align itself with Western political and economic structures. It eventually joined NATO in 2017 and continues to pursue EU membership, reflecting its commitment to Euro-Atlantic integration and multilateral diplomacy.
This historic acknowledgment by the United Nations not only confirmed Montenegro’s status as an independent state but also underscored the UN’s role in supporting peaceful processes of political transition and self-determination.
Source: www.un.org