Political frictions rise; key constitutional amendments finalized.
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Montenegro is experiencing a surge in political and legal activity, marked by a public dispute between Serbian Prime Minister Miloš Vučević and Montenegrin Prime Minister Milojko Spajić over allegations of historical textbook bias. Concurrently, a committee has finalized proposed constitutional amendments, drawing criticism that the public debate process was largely ceremonial and ignored public input.
Several significant legal and economic developments are also unfolding. A commercial court has temporarily halted the ownership transfer of TV Vijesti due to an ongoing dispute. Meanwhile, the Tax Administration has initiated an investigation into the Serbian Patriarchate for alleged multi-million euro tax evasion. In a positive development, the tax blockade on the state company 'Sveti Stefan' has been lifted, enabling the payment of overdue salaries.
Further legislative changes are on the horizon, as the government has proposed amendments to the Law on International and Temporary Protection of Foreigners, which aim to alter rules for asylum seekers and those with temporary protection status, potentially allowing for revocation based on security concerns.