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Montenegrin political, economic, and judicial developments

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The political landscape in Montenegro is shaped by debates over national identity, local governance, and the integrity of state institutions. Voters have increasingly held political entities accountable for failing to provide clear support for the Montenegrin language, national identity, and the Montenegrin church. Demands for accountability regarding Prime Minister Milojko Spajić’s administration are intensifying, with requests for transparency on the ‘Euro-model’ program and its impact on national budgets and purchasing power. Simultaneously, Nik Đeljošaj of the Albanian Forum has demanded that the Prime Minister fulfill obligations regarding electoral reform and equal representation for Albanians. Concerns regarding systemic corruption and judicial reform remain central. President Jakov Milatović has issued a “red alarm” warning regarding the lack of progress in combating high-level corruption, noting that institutional inefficiency may allow illegally acquired assets to remain beyond the reach of justice. He cited a BIRN analysis stating that only two trials of high-ranking officials resulted in final verdicts in the five years following democratic changes. This follows previous tensions regarding judicial independence, including accusations by Defense Minister Dragan Krapović that the President exerted pressure on the Constitutional Court regarding a military disciplinary case. New legislative initiatives are targeting potential security risks. The Europe Now Movement (PES) parliamentary club has submitted an initiative to the Security and Defense Committee to hold a control hearing investigating hybrid foreign influence on the media and political landscape. This initiative seeks to examine the financial and ownership relationships between national television broadcasters and companies such as Mtel, Alta Bank, and Alta Pay Group to determine if these channels have been used to influence public opinion and democratic processes. ~~Legal scrutiny of former leadership continues, including the scheduled appearance of former President Milo Đukanović~~ Prime Minister Spajić has supported this move, stating that security services have provided information regarding ~~suspected corruption related to the 2005 privatization of Telekom Montenegro.~~ potential hybrid activities that could threaten national stability and EU integration, potentially involving officials from at least two regional states.

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