Key policy developments in education, training and employment - Montenegro 2024

In 2024, Montenegro experienced political stabilisation with the establishment of a new government, marking a significant shift from the political instability that characterised 2023. The government’s renewed commitment to the European Union (EU) accession process led to the fulfilment of crucial interim benchmarks in Chapters 23 and 24, as confirmed by the EU on 26 June 2024. This progress sets the stage for Montenegro to begin closing chapters in its EU accession negotiations, with 33 chapters opened and three provisionally closed. This development reflects an overall strengthening of political governance and a more favourable environment for future reforms.