Tonight, Montenegro took a massive leap towards the European Union! Prime Minister Milojko Spajić proudly announced that Montenegro has closed Chapter 5 – Public Procurement – at the intergovernmental conference in Brussels. This is not just any chapter; it’s one of the toughest, dealing with transparency, accountability, and fighting corruption. Yes, you read that right – fighting corruption! After seven years of hard work, Montenegro finally received confirmation from the European Commission and EU member states that it is on track.
Spajić highlighted the huge optimism among member states and encouraging messages. Montenegro is expected to close many more chapters by the end of the year, aiming to become the 28th EU member state.
Director of the European Commission’s Directorate for Enlargement, Hert Jan Kopman, congratulated Montenegro on its seriousness and dedication, emphasizing this as a big signal for the entire region. The electronic public procurement system has drastically reduced corruption risks, a key factor in progress.
Poland, as the EU presidency, also provided strong support, stressing that accepting new members is a geostrategic imperative.
Overall, Montenegro has shown institutional maturity and the ability to implement European standards, a crucial step towards completing accession negotiations. If you thought this was just another empty story, think again! This time, things are moving seriously and fast. So, what do you think – will Montenegro really become part of the EU, or is this just another political fairy tale? Drop a comment and let’s see who’s optimistic and who’s skeptical!
