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September 22, 2026

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Montenegro is facing economic scrutiny as economist Miloš Vuković criticized proposed financial law amendments, cautioning that a flawed economic model could lead to inflation and insecurity. This comes as fuel prices are set to increase tomorrow, with Eurodiesel reaching 1.95 euros and petrol up to 1.78 euros per liter. In other domestic news, the prosecution has launched an investigation into allegations of a rigged job contest within the Human Resources Administration, implicating several officials. Meanwhile, the Montenegrin PEN Center has expressed strong disapproval regarding the activities of Vladimir Božović, Rector of the University of Montenegro. On the international front, a Montenegrin politician, Perović, commented on a message from European parliamentarians, highlighting a warning against those who celebrate Ratko Mladic. The European Parliament also confirmed that a visit by Parliament President Andrija Mandić to Brussels was planned. Adding to the discussions around EU integration, the Dutch Ambassador stated there is no request to halt Montenegro's accession process to the European Union.

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Economist Miloš Vuković has criticized the government's proposed financial law amendments, warning they could lead to inflation and insecurity. Separately, fuel prices are set to rise, with Eurodiesel reaching 1.95 euros and petrol up to 1.78 euros per liter, impacting citizens starting tomorrow.

Vijesti: Flawed Economic Model Leads to Inflation and Insecurity, Says Miloš Vuković

Miloš Vuković criticizes proposed financial law amendments, warning that a flawed economic model could lead to inflation and insecurity in Montenegro.

Antena M: Fuel Prices to Increase Tomorrow: Eurodiesel at 1.95 Euros, Petrol Up to 1.78…

Fuel prices in Montenegro are set to rise starting tomorrow, with Eurodiesel costing 1.95 euros and petrol reaching up to 1.78 euros per liter.

The prosecution is investigating a job contest within the Human Resources Administration due to allegations of rigging in favor of a specific candidate, with several officials implicated. Concurrently, the Montenegrin PEN Center has expressed strong disapproval regarding the activities of Vladimir Božović, the Rector of the University of Montenegro.

Pobjeda: Prosecution investigates rigged job contest

The prosecution is investigating a job contest for the Human Resources Administration, with allegations that it was rigged in favor of a specific candidate. Several officials are implicated.

Antena M: Montenegrin PEN Center: Disgusted by Actions of UCG Rector Vladimir Božović

The Montenegrin PEN center has expressed strong disapproval and disgust regarding the activities of Vladimir Božović, the rector of the University of Montenegro (UCG).

A Montenegrin politician, Perović, commented on a message from European parliamentarians, indicating a clear warning against those who celebrate Ratko Mladic. The European Parliament confirmed that Parliament President Andrija Mandić's visit to Brussels was planned. Furthermore, the Dutch Ambassador clarified that there is no request to halt Montenegro's accession process to the European Union.

Antena M: Perović on European Parliamentarians' Message: Clear Warning to Those Who…

A Montenegrin politician, Perović, commented on a message from European parliamentarians, stating it's a clear warning that those who celebrate Ratko Mladic cannot expect understanding from Brussels.

Vijesti: Mandić Was Expected in Brussels: EP Confirms Speaker's Visit Was Planned

The European Parliament confirmed to Vijesti that the Speaker of the Parliament's visit to Brussels was planned, despite apparent expectations.

CDM: Mandić Was Expected in Brussels

Andrija Mandić was reportedly awaited in Brussels, suggesting a significant political engagement abroad.

Vijesti: Dutch Ambassador: We Are Not Asking to Pause Montenegro's EU Path

The Ambassador of the Netherlands stated in an interview with Vijesti that there is no request to halt Montenegro's accession process to the European Union.

Pobjeda: Politicians discuss parliamentary session and potential impact

Political analysts and figures are discussing the upcoming parliamentary session, the potential vote for the assembly president, and the implications of political decisions.

Montenegro hosted over 107,000 foreign citizens in 2025, with nearly 68,000 holding temporary residence, representing 17.2% of the total population. In a separate legal development, the Higher Court upheld a decision that the Eparchy was not discriminated against, as it never formally requested a contract with the Government.

CDM: Over 107,000 Foreigners in Montenegro, Nearly 68,000 with Temporary Residence

In 2025, Montenegro hosted 107,506 foreign citizens, constituting 17.2% of the total population. The State Audit Institution commented on strategic planning in this area.

Pobjeda: Court: Eparchy not discriminated as it never sought government contract

The Higher Court upheld a lower court's decision stating that the Eparchy was not discriminated against because it never formally requested a contract with the Government.

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