The document “Montenegro in the XXI century” aims to suggest the main directions of development of Montenegro by recognizing new knowledge as the key factor for innovation and therefore, for the competitiveness of Montenegro within the region and in Europe. In that scope, different subjects have been examined, such as education, functioning of the state, the economic development, science, population aspects, the environment and sustainable development, values and many other issues related to the future development of Montenegro.

The document is supposed to give answers within the examined topics related to their effects on the competitiveness of Montenegro. The answers should be given possibly for a short, medium and long term period. The team engaged in the project is composed of 140 scientists, professionals and other competent individuals, mainly from Montenegro.
The first version of the final document is in course. The document is supposed to be finished in October 2010, and it will be finalised in the book of statements, which will include the present state of art, threats and possible activities to be undertaken regarding each topic treated in the project. The text of the document will be translated into English.