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Parliamentary Dismissal Debate, Usury Probes, Capital City Tender Scandal

A political storm is brewing as the initiative to remove Parliament President Andrija Mandić moves forward. Former Minister of Justice Andrej Milović has stated that the parliamentary majority cannot avoid a discussion on the matter, while the Bosniak Party has publicly declared its support for Mandić's dismissal. This development follows a criminal charge filed in Nikšić for honoring war criminal Ratko Mladić, a controversy that has fueled calls for Mandić's removal.

In other significant domestic news, an investigation into 22 cases of usury involving citizens and businesses has been launched by specialized police units. Separately, the Capital City of Podgorica is facing allegations of financial misconduct, with reports claiming a tender was issued for books that do not exist, and the city supposedly paid for these non-existent items.

Meanwhile, Montenegro continues its path towards EU accession, with discussions on unresolved issues with neighbors and an NGO noting the country's proximity to membership but questioning its democratic maturity. On the economic front, details emerged regarding the cost of legalizing illegal buildings in Podgorica, and a Montenegrin company, 'Voli - Naša farma', is highlighted as the first significant investor in six years.

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Initiative to Remove Parliament President Mandić Gains Support

Former Minister of Justice Andrej Milović stated that the parliamentary majority cannot avoid a discussion on the initiative to remove Andrija Mandić from his position as President of the Parliament. This comes as the Bosniak Party unanimously decided that its Members of Parliament will vote in favor of Mandić's removal, citing his unacceptable messages regarding convicted war criminal Ratko Mladić. Criminal charges were also filed in Nikšić for honoring Mladić. An extraordinary parliamentary…

Investigation into Usury Cases

Specialized police units are actively investigating 22 cases of usury across Montenegro, involving both citizens and businesses.

Allegations of Irregularities in Capital City Tender for Books

Fidelity Consulting reported that the Capital City issued a tender for books that do not exist, an allegation echoed by Andrija Klikovac, head of the DPS Councilors' Club in the Capital City Assembly, who stated that the Capital City, along with the director of the National Library, paid for these non-existent books.

Legalization Costs for Illegal Buildings in Podgorica

Owners of illegal buildings in Podgorica are now able to pay urban renewal fees in installments over a period of up to 30 years for primary residences, with specific categories eligible for significant discounts.

Montenegro's EU Accession and Regional Relations

Discussions highlight Montenegro's EU accession process, emphasizing that all chapters are expected to close only after mutual satisfaction with neighboring countries on unresolved issues. A non-governmental organization noted that while Montenegro is closer to EU membership, this does not necessarily indicate an increase in its democratic maturity.

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