| dc.description.abstract | In line with the recommendations of the Enlargement Strategy, the European Partnership, and the SAA, IPA component I will support Montenegro in the following areas: –Political criteria. An increased importance is given to this priority axis which will thus focus on the consolidation of democratic institutions, reform of the judiciary, public administration reform including decentralisation and local government, fight against corruption and organised crime, human rights and protection of minorities, anti-discrimination, as well as the media. Civil society development will be given special attention for the promotion of dialogue; small grants will assist environment, anti-discrimination, gender equality, social inclusion, health, business advocacy, and consumer protection3. –Economic criteria. This priority axis will concentrate on employment generation, education, research, social inclusion, health, business environment, budget and fiscal management, rural development, food safety, environment, energy, transport, as well as infrastructure and other activities which will prepare the country for future structural funds. –Ability to assume the obligations of membership. IPA will assist the introduction and implementation of the EU acquis in all areas; the overall coordination of the European integration process; strengthening Montenegro's administrative capacity to implement the SAA; preparing for the Decentralised Implementation System (DIS) for EU funds management; and participation to Community Programmes |
