AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoVisa & Mobility Policy: Montenegro is tightening its EU-aligned visa regime: from 1 November 2026, citizens of Belarus, China, Russia, Saudi Arabia and Türkiye will need visas, with applications increasingly handled via VFS Global centres (including planned expansion to Armenia and others). Renewables & Grid Storage: Masdar and EPCG have moved Montenegro’s 2GW renewable push into execution, signing deals for 150MW of solar (Štedim 115MW, Krupac 35MW) and exploring 400MW+ pumped-hydro energy storage to boost flexibility and energy security. Regulator Leadership: Montenegro’s telecom watchdog EKIP has removed Marija Konjevic and appointed Elvis Babacic as acting director for up to three months while a permanent pick is prepared. EU Research Readiness: Montenegro’s EU accession could boost research and innovation funding, but experts warn the country must deliver strong project quality, co-financing, and long-term policy links between academia and industry. Environment & Land Use: A report highlights how “primary forest” areas in Montenegro can be exploited despite lacking official protection status, underscoring gaps in conservation enforcement. Border Tech Impact: New EU biometric border checks are causing major airport queues across Europe, with Montenegro’s Tivat Airport among the affected hubs.
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