Local Elections in Montenegro: Consensus That Could Change Everything!
Are you ready for a political revolution in Montenegro? It seems a consensus is finally emerging on one of the most important topics – holding all local elections on the same day! Yes, you read that right! After years of chaos and constant election races that stall the work of political institutions, political forces in Montenegro, both government and opposition, apparently agree that all local elections should be held on a single day.
What exactly is happening?
European Parliament rapporteur Marjan Šarec recently told the Montenegrin Parliament that local elections should be held on the same day. A source from the opposition revealed that a proposal is already on the table to hold all local elections in 2024. This would mean an end to endless election cycles that last for years and create political instability.
But it’s not that simple…
If this proposal is adopted, local authorities in municipalities like Cetinje, Mojkovac, and Petnjica, where regular elections were planned for the end of this year, could get an additional two years of mandate! Is this constitutional? This question is already being raised and could cause a real legal storm.
Which municipalities are involved?
Next year, elections are supposed to be held in larger municipalities such as Bijelo Polje, Bar, Pljevlja, Danilovgrad, Tivat, Rožaje, Plav, Žabljak, Plužine, and Šavnik. If the proposal is adopted, these municipalities would also get an extended mandate for another year.
What does this mean for Montenegro?
This move could bring a final consensus and reduce political tensions that have lasted for years. However, it also raises questions about the constitutionality and legal legitimacy of extending mandates without elections. Will the Constitutional Court block or support this proposal? We will see.
What do political actors say?
Both government and opposition are currently in principle agreement on holding local elections on the same day, but it is not yet clear whether parliamentary elections will be held together with local ones. This will be discussed later.
Conclusion
Montenegro is on the verge of a major political change in how elections are held. Will this consensus bring stability or spark new political conflicts? One thing is certain – the situation is tense, and we will closely follow every development.
What do you think about the idea of holding all local elections on the same day? Is it a smart move or a political trap? Drop a comment and let your voice be heard in this political drama!
Source: Portal Analitika
