Latest news in Montenegro? September 5th, 2026
05-09-2026
- EU Accession Progress (Chapter 15 – Energy): The Montenegrin government announced that it has met the necessary closing benchmarks for Chapter 15 (Energy), setting up expectations to provisionally close the chapter during upcoming accession talks in Brussels as part of Montenegro’s path toward joining the European Union. energyandclimateindex.com
- Constitutional Immunity Reforms: Following a parliamentary vote where members backed amendments to the Constitution, work continues on draft legislation to strip official immunity from the President and cabinet members in cases involving corruption and abuse of office. UA.NEWS
- Nationwide Road Safety Crackdown: The Montenegrin Police Directorate launched intensified weekend traffic enforcement operations across major national corridorsincluding the Princess Ksenija highway and routes connecting Podgorica with Nikšić, Danilovgrad, and Cetinjedeploying radar units, drones, and mobile interceptors under the “Live, Don’t Rush” campaign. Vijesti.me
- Visa Policy Adjustments: Authorities have moved forward with measures aligning national border policy with EU standards, including finalizing preparations to introduce visa requirements for Russian citizens later this autumn.