# Montenegro legislative and media reform progress > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/montenegro-legislative-and-media-reform-progress > Updated: 2026-09-24T15:11:25.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2. Montenegro is working toward aligning its legislative frameworks with European Union standards through various strategic reforms. Reports indicate that while the 2023–2027 Media Strategy has seen progress in media literacy and the adoption of new audiovisual laws, practical implementation remains inconsistent. Specific concerns have been raised regarding the independence of the Public Service Broadcaster (RTCG), journalist safety, and the socio-economic conditions of media workers. In the media sector, the government has approved a draft law on digital radio broadcasting to facilitate the DAB+ system and support digital terrestrial television services. Simultaneously, the government has adopted a Public Financial Management Reform Program for 2027–2031 to improve fiscal management and resource efficiency. Internal tensions persist within the public sector, as the RTCG trade union has requested a state audit to investigate alleged legal violations by management, including issues with executive salaries and the misuse of public funds. To address broader wage inconsistencies, the government has also issued decisions regarding salary supplements for specific public sector positions. ## Timeline ### 2026-09-24: Montenegro adopts public finance reform program for 2027–2031 Montenegro has adopted a public finance reform program for 2027–2031 to align with EU standards and approved a draft law to introduce digital radio broadcasting and DAB+ technology. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/montenegro-adopts-public-finance-reform-program-for-20272031 ### 2026-09-21: Montenegro media strategy shows legislative progress but implementation gaps persist Montenegro's media strategy shows legislative progress but lacks practical implementation, facing challenges in journalist safety and public broadcaster independence amid calls for a state audit of RTCG. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/montenegro-media-strategy-shows-legislative-progress-but-implementation-gaps-persist --- Cite as: Montenegro legislative and media reform progress. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/montenegro-legislative-and-media-reform-progress