Montenegro just took a step that’s supposed to bring it closer to the EU, but is it really? Closing the negotiation chapter 5 on public procurement sounds like a big win, but wait until you see what’s really going on behind the scenes. Miloš Radonjić, the president’s advisor for European affairs, says this is an “important moment” and that Montenegro could become the 28th EU member by the end of 2026. But is that realistic or just another empty promise?
Seven chapters are closed, but guess what? There are still 26 left! Yes, you read that right — 26 chapters! And this is happening while the geopolitical situation gets more and more uncertain every day. Radonjić warns there’s no room for mistakes, empty steps, or excuses. The parliamentary majority must show “more agility” and “credible political will.” But is that even possible in a country where workers have blocked the main road seven times demanding thousands of euros owed to them?
Yes, the workers of Solana in Ulcinj blocked the highway for two hours for the seventh time, demanding their rights and wages owed for years. The bankruptcy trustee only recently paid them part of the money, but they’re not giving up. This is just one of many signs that Montenegro has serious internal problems no one wants to fix while talks about EU membership keep going in circles.
While politicians talk about closing chapters and European integration, ordinary people fight for basic rights. Is it really possible that Montenegro will join the EU by 2026 or will it stay stuck in its own mess?
If you think this is just another political fairy tale, you might be right. But let’s see how things unfold. And hey, don’t be shy to drop a comment — maybe you have a better idea on how Montenegro can break out of this vicious cycle!
