LONDON (EJP)---A high-level European Jewish Union (EJU) delegation has travelled to Montenegro in order to assist in the reestablishment of Jewish life in the southeastern European country.

According to a EJU press release, the delegation, led by EJU Vice President Vadim Rabinovich and EJU Chief Executive Officer Tomer Orni, met with the Montenegro’s political leaders and representatives of the recently established Jewish community.

« The visit is part of the ongoing outreach endeavours by EJU to enhance its ties with Jewish communities and national governments throughout Europe, » the Jewish group said.  

The EJU delegation was received by Montenegrin President Filip Vujanovic and Speaker of the Parliament Ranko Krivokapic.

EJU leaders pledged to support the establishment of a Synagogue and Jewish cultural centre Podgorica, the country’s capital, an initiative for which they received the support of the country's top officials. 

"EJU is committed to fostering Jewish life throughout Europe. We were inspired by the newly established community in Montenegro and its achievements to date. We are delighted to be able to offer our support to this community. Jews in Europe are part of one family. We should all work together and help each other, » said Tomer Orni, CEO of the European Jewish Union.

 Jasha Alfandari, President of the Montenegro Jewish Community said the visit has provided a major boost for the community. « It has sent a message to the Montenegrin people and the Montenegrin government that our tiny Jewish Community - which is one of the smallest in the world - is not alone."