In the Media

Dialogue on Regional Development and Vision

On this page, we provide an overview of our media appearances – interviews, shows, and reports where we discuss development projects, challenges, and visions for the north of Montenegro. Through our media presence, we share experiences, present the results of our work, and open important topics for local communities, ranging from tourism and agriculture to regional development and cultural heritage preservation. This is a space where you can follow how our voice is heard in public and how we work together to build a recognizable identity for the north of Montenegro.

Regional Development is a Synergy Between People and Nature

Regional Development is a Synergy Between People and Nature

In her latest appearance, the Executive Director of RDA BKP, Jelena Krivčević, discussed key projects that are transforming the face of Northern Montenegro. The conversation focused on sustainable development, support for local communities, and projects directly impacting the quality of life in the Bjelasica, Komovi, and Prokletije regions. Key Messages…
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A Bridge Between Tradition and the Global Market

International tourism authorities have repeatedly confirmed that Montenegrin katuns are not merely seasonal mountain settlements, but a “living system of knowledge, skills, customs, and the relationship between man and nature,” which has shaped our landscapes, identity, and rural communities. Published in: Monitor.me Finally, in this year, which is marked globally…
RTCG: Our Heritage – Katuns as a living monument and an opportunity for the future

RTCG: Our Heritage – Katuns as a living monument and an opportunity for the future

In the latest episode of the show “Our Heritage” (Naša baština), the focus was placed on one of the most precious resources of Northern Montenegro – the katuns. Jelena Krivčević, Director of the Regional Development Agency (RDA) for Bjelasica, Komovi, and Prokletije, detailed the significance of recent successes in protecting…
Orjenski katuni – Čuvari tradicije kao temelj održivog turizma 2

Orjen’s Katuni – Guardians of Tradition as a Foundation for Sustainable Tourism

The exhibition and panel discussion “Orjen Katuns – Past in the Future”, organized by the Agency for Development and Protection of Orjen, opened the vital question of preserving and revitalizing traditional summer livestock settlements on Orjen mountain. The exhibition featured documentary photographs by Željko Starčević, showcasing the former appearance of…
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The Nomad’s Path: No Boss, No Party Card, No Working Hours on the Katun

On the katun there is no boss, no party membership card, and no fixed working hours. Katuns have for centuries been nomadic pastoral settlements, and today there are around 400 of them in Montenegro. Despite the pressure of mass tourism and urbanization, the tradition of seasonal migration endures, preserving an…
ENTREPRENEURSHIP. PROJECTS. PERSPECTIVE: Single Market Programme and Enterprise Europe Network

Single Market Programme and Enterprise Europe Network

The Ministry of European Affairs, in cooperation with the ministries of economic and regional development, organized the panel “ENTREPRENEURSHIP. PROJECTS. PERSPECTIVE” as part of the EU4ME project. The event focused on Chapter 20 and the Single Market Program, offering entrepreneurs insight into concrete business growth opportunities through EU support. Competitiveness…
Planinke iz Crne Gore u inflight magazinu aviokompanije Eurowings – priče koje će pročitati 5 miliona putnika

Montenegrin Mountain Women in Eurowings Inflight Magazine

Stories of the women from our publication “Invisible Women of Montenegro” have become part of a prestigious European inflight magazine! German journalist Marc Oliver Rühle and photographer Madlen Krippendorf visited Montenegro to meet six extraordinary women from rural villages and mountain katuns – Danka, Rada, Gordana, Jovana, Vera, and Žizela.…
Sustainable Development of Katuns: Preserving Tradition for the Future

Sustainable Development of Katuns: Preserving Tradition for the Future

During the recently held Tourism Think Tank, Jelena Krivčević (RDA BKP) and Klaus Ehrlich (Ruraltour) shared key insights on the future of rural tourism in Northern Montenegro. Special focus was placed on mountain katuns in the Bjelasica, Komovi, and Prokletije regions as the pillars of authentic development. Katuns – The…
International Recognition for Authenticity: Katuns on the Verge of Global Protection

International Recognition for Authenticity: Katuns on the Verge of Global Protection

Jelena Krivčević, Director of the Regional Development Agency for Bjelasica, Komovi, and Prokletije (RDA BKP), summarized the agency’s key successes and announced ambitious plans for 2024. The focus remains on international awards confirming that sustainable tourism in Northern Montenegro is on the right track, alongside the protection of traditional lifestyles.…
Mountain Bounty: Gastronomic Heritage as the Foundation of an Authentic Tourism Offer

Mountain Bounty: Gastronomic Heritage as the Foundation of an Authentic Tourism Offer

As part of the initiative to valorize the resources of Northern Montenegro, the Regional Development Agency for Bjelasica, Komovi, and Prokletije presents “Mountain Bounty” – a unique concept that connects traditional cuisine with modern tourism trends. This internationally recognized project focuses on standardizing forgotten recipes, directly preserving the region’s intangible…
Invisible Women of Montenegro: Social Significance and Economic Potential of Rural Women

Invisible Women of Montenegro: Social Significance and Economic Potential of Rural Women

To mark the International Day of Rural Women, the Regional Development Agency for Bjelasica, Komovi, and Prokletije presents the publication “Invisible Women of Montenegro”. This document, produced with the support of the U.S. Embassy, highlights the women essential to rural survival whose contributions often go unrecognized. Strength, Wisdom, and Entrepreneurial…
World Recognition for Montenegrin Tradition: “Mountain Bounty” Awarded in Paris

World Recognition for Montenegrin Tradition: “Mountain Bounty” Awarded in Paris

The Regional Development Agency for Bjelasica, Komovi, and Prokletije has achieved historic success on the global stage. The “Mountain Bounty” publication has been named the best in the gastro-tourism category at the prestigious “Gourmand World Cookbook Awards” in Paris, confirming the culinary heritage of Northern Montenegro as a world-class resource.…
Izjava za radio Berane direktorice RRA BKP: Prekogranična saradnja Crna Gora – Kosovo 1

Regional Cooperation: Montenegro-Kosovo Cross-Border Initiatives

In a recent appearance on Radio Berane, the Director of the Regional Development Agency for Bjelasica, Komovi, and Prokletije (RDA BKP), Jelena Krivčević, detailed the results and plans within the Montenegro–Kosovo Cross-Border Cooperation Program, funded with support from the European Union. Focus on the Economic Sustainability of the North The…
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Story about Mico Prascevic in UN World Tourism Organization publication

We are honored that the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) has featured a story we prepared about our dear collaborator, Milutin Mićo Praščević, in its prestigious “Tourism Stories” publication. Global Recognition for Local Impact This publication highlights the experiences of individuals worldwide who are making significant strides within their…
RDA Director Talking About Regional and Rural Development on Tv Atlas

The Future of Tourism in the North: Synergy of Nature, Tradition, and the Local Community

The show “Balkan Express” on TV Atlas presented a conversation with Jelena Krivčević, Director of the Regional Development Agency for Bjelasica, Komove, and Prokletije, regarding the economic development of the northeastern part of Montenegro through tourism and agriculture. Krivčević emphasized that the Agency works directly with farmers, recognizing their potential…
RDA in Atlas TV Show Dedicated to Regional Development

The North at a Crossroads: How to Halt the Wave of Emigration?

The show “Balkan Express” on TV Atlas addressed one of today’s most sensitive issues – mass emigration from the north of Montenegro and the capacity of the state and local governments to face this challenge. A Dialogue on Key Regional Challenges The studio hosted representatives from state institutions, local administrations,…
Međunarodni dan planina: Crnogorski primjer u publikaciji UNFAO

RDA and Montenegro in UNFAO publication

On the occasion of December 11th, International Mountain Day, the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (UNFAO) has prepared a special publication featuring 25 case studies from around the world. The aim of this publication is to highlight how global changes affect life in mountain regions. One of…
Media Clipping

Media Clipping

On this page, we have compiled reports, press clippings, and media features documenting the work of the Regional Development Agency for Bjelasica, Komovi, and Prokletije. Through the lens of leading local and regional media, follow our initiatives, projects, and contribution to the development of Northern Montenegro.