AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoEU Accession: Montenegro is set to provisionally close two EU negotiation chapters on July 14—Chapter 8 “Competition Policy” and Chapter 29 “Customs Union”—as part of a wider “Super Tuesday” of accession talks that also sees Albania close three chapters for the first time. Regional Diplomacy: At the EU–Western Balkans summit in Tivat, Czech PM Andrej Babiš backed faster EU integration for Montenegro and Albania, arguing the region’s future lies in membership. Justice Cooperation: Azerbaijan’s Prosecutor General’s Office carried out Montenegro’s legal assistance request in a serious murder case, including DNA collection and testing, with forensic materials sent back to Montenegro. Tech & Connectivity: Montenegro’s telecom operator m:tel launched the “Urban Travel” postpaid package with roaming minutes and data for Montenegro, Europe, and the WB6 zone. Bilateral Ties: Montenegro and Bulgaria discussed strengthening cooperation and a planned direct Sofia–Podgorica air link to boost trade and tourism. Public Safety/Travel Disruption: Typhoon Inday forced cancellations of some fastcraft and ferry routes in the Philippines, including services operated by Montenegro Shipping Lines, while major roads there remained open. International Spotlight: A report says Montenegro has become a crypto hub for associates of Nigel Farage, centering on George Cottrell’s move to Tivat and links to gambling and crypto circles.
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