Pronunciation: [sˈɜːbiəɹ and mˌɒntənˈiːɡɹə͡ʊ] (IPA)
Serbia and Montenegro, a former country in Southeastern Europe, was known by various names throughout its history. One of the synonyms for Serbia and Montenegro is the Federal Republic of Yugoslavia, which was the official name of the country from 1992 until 2003. Another synonym for the country is the Union of Serbia and Montenegro, which was its official name from 2003 until its eventual disintegration in 2006. Some other historical names for the region that includes Serbia and Montenegro are the Kingdom of Serbia, the Kingdom of Montenegro, and the Socialist Federal Republic of Yugoslavia. Despite the variety of names, this region represents a unique and rich cultural heritage that has left a lasting impact on the world.