Milo Đukanović criticizes Montenegro's recent political stagnation

Former Montenegrin President Milo Đukanović addressed a plenary session in Cetinje marking two decades of Montenegro's independence. He stated that the destructive momentum of 2020 failed and argued that the country must establish a nationally responsible government.

Đukanović noted significant stagnation and regression over the last six years, suggesting that progress toward EU membership alone cannot rectify these issues. He also commented on the relationship with religious authorities, stating that efforts have been made to engage with church leadership to resolve long-standing tensions.

Reflecting on the nation's history, he expressed pride in the generation that restored Montenegro's independence through a referendum, while acknowledging that the development of state institutions remains a subject of public debate.