Montenegro's New Government and PM Elected, Eyes EU Membership
Montenegro's parliament has appointed a new government, a coalition of pro-European and pro-Serb parties, with economist Milojko Spajic as the Prime Minister. The government's main priorities include EU membership, NATO membership, improving relations with neighbors, and strengthening the country's role in multilateral organizations. The new government aims to improve the living standards of Montenegro's population through economic policies focused on fiscal revenue, investment, business climate, and judiciary reforms. The government also postponed a population and household census due to technical problems and opposition party boycott concerns. Montenegro's economy is expected to grow by 4.8% in 2023, mainly relying on revenues from tourism. Montenegro joined NATO in 2017 and has taken a pro-EU stance, joining EU sanctions against Russia and supporting Ukraine.