Montenegro's EU Accession Milestone: Progress Towards Membership
The European Union has initiated the drafting of an accession treaty for Montenegro. This marks a significant step towards the country's EU membership, recognizing its progress and urging further reforms. Montenegro aims to join the EU by 2028, building on its independence since 2006.
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The European Union has taken a significant step forward with Montenegro's potential inclusion in the bloc, as member countries agreed on Wednesday to draft an accession treaty. This momentous decision highlights the progress Montenegro has made on its EU membership path, drawing praise from European Enlargement Commissioner Marta Kos.
Kos emphasized that this move acknowledges Montenegro's progress and acts as an encouragement to intensify reforms. She also noted the opportunity for new accession treaties to learn from past enlargements, introducing stronger safeguards to uphold the rule of law and fundamental values.
On the heels of this development, Montenegro's government has reiterated its goal to join the European Union by 2028. The small nation, which declared independence from Yugoslavia in 2006, looks forward to this next chapter in its history, with European Council President Antonio Costa describing the establishment of the Working Party for the Accession Treaty as a crucial milestone.
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