The participants of the panel, titled "Trade Boycott – Who Wins and Who Loses?", organized by the Faculty of Economics and the portal Bankar.me, stated that the boycott undermines the system, agricultural production, and budget revenues.

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Economic Development Nik Đeljošaj emphasized that Montenegro does not need populism and reckless statements but rather support for domestic production and increased competitiveness. 

"We do not want business closures and job losses. The key is creating incentive measures to stabilize the market," Đeljošaj stated.

Dean of the Faculty of Economics, Prof. Dr. Mijat Jocović, pointed out that the boycott is not only an economic issue but also a social one, affecting trust in institutions and the market. "Prices result from global trends, market competition, and economic policies. It is important to avoid destabilizing messages and seek sustainable solutions," Jocović said.

Minister Đeljošaj called on citizens not to support the boycott but to preserve economic stability through cooperation with retailers. 

"We have managed to ensure that wage growth does not follow inflation. Our goal is a strategic approach – strengthening entrepreneurship and supporting domestic production," he emphasized.

During the panel, it was stated that Montenegro allocated three million euros last year to support domestic producers. In contrast, this year, the amount has increased to five million euros, aiming to strengthen competitiveness and ensure long-term economic stability.

In addition to Minister Đeljošaj and Dean Jocović, the panel discussion featured Dragan Bokan, founder of the company Voli, and Dr. Milutin Đuranović, President of the Committee for the Food and Agricultural Industry at the Chamber of Commerce of Montenegro and owner of Mljekara Lazine.

Prof. Dr. Maja Bacović moderated the panel.