UPDATE: Montenegro’s Vice President of Parliament, Boris Pejović, confirmed that the country is set to close five negotiation chapters in its bid to join the European Union. This announcement follows recent developments regarding France’s change of stance on two previously contentious chapters, Chapter 11 and Chapter 13.
Pejović emphasized that the EU’s decision-making process is strictly results-oriented, not influenced by political circumstances. He stated, “There is no leniency regarding Montenegro’s full EU membership, even amid supposedly favorable geopolitical conditions.” This statement comes after a period of uncertainty regarding whether three or five chapters would officially close.
The Vice President expressed that the recent ambiguity has clarified who genuinely supports Montenegro’s EU aspirations. He noted, “This uncertainty has made it clearer who is sincerely advocating for Montenegro’s full membership in the EU and who feared that previous efforts would be in vain.”
According to Pejović, the current government aims to close a total of nine negotiation chapters by the end of the year, which would account for the majority of the 12 chapters closed since the beginning of the negotiation process. This milestone is crucial as Montenegro progresses toward its EU membership goal.
As this situation develops, stakeholders are keenly watching how these negotiations will unfold. The implications of Montenegro’s EU integration are significant, impacting regional stability and economic prospects.
Stay tuned for further updates as this story continues to evolve.
