AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoSecurity & Diplomacy: Montenegro barred 87 Serbian nationals from entering and returned them to Serbia after intensified checks at Tivat Airport ahead of the EU–Western Balkans summit, citing security risks and operational intelligence. EU Integration: European Council President António Costa urged Western Balkan leaders to accelerate reforms and use the “renewed opportunity” for enlargement ahead of the summit in Tivat. Economy Watch: The EBRD cut its 2026 Montenegro growth forecast to 2.9% (from 3.2%), warning limited fiscal buffers and weak diversification leave the economy exposed to shocks. Tourism & Prices: Montenegro’s tourism picture is mixed in the wider region: Eurostat shows Montenegro down 2.4% in Q1 overnight stays, while short-stay rental prices keep rising—Montenegro sits highest in the Western Balkans at about €79 a night. Regional Mobility: Wizz Air launched new direct routes to Montenegro, including Ljubljana–Podgorica and Rzeszow–Podgorica, boosting access for short city breaks. International Appointments: The U.S. nominated Peter McCoy as ambassador to Montenegro, pending Senate approval.
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