Topics such as amending the Constitution and dual citizenship are the opposition's red line in relations with the current government, said the president of the Democratic Party of Socialists (DPS), Danijel Živković.
He met with the special envoy of Slovenia for the Western Balkans, Anžej Frangeš, who is staying in Montenegro. Ambassador of Slovenia Bernanda Gradišnik also attended the meeting.
The DPS announced that Živković expressed his gratitude to Slovenia for its partnership and friendly relationship with Montenegro, as well as its continuous support for the European integration of our country and the Western Balkans.
Živković, referring to the socio-political dynamics in Montenegro, assessed that "we are witnessing the action of the parliamentary majority in an attempt to change the civil character of society" and jeopardizing the country's credible partnership with the NATO alliance and the EU.
"This part of the government, through its actions, through initiatives opposed to European standards, creates tensions that directly affect social divisions and political trust, but also have a negative effect on the economic and political development of the country. In an atmosphere of constant tensions, the focus on key reform processes, which are a prerequisite for European integration, is becoming difficult to sustain, and Montenegro's progress towards European standards is slowing down," Živković concluded.
It is clear that this political dynamic not only threatens internal stability, but also sends a bad message to citizens that politics is unable to cope with the challenges of modern society, which is evidenced by the increasing abstinence in elections.
"In addition to at least a declarative consensus regarding the EU path, this government does not have the capacity to complete the integration process, but due to the ideological diversity in the parliamentary majority, we will have no results, as well as the continuation of the political crisis and instability at all levels. Topics such as amending the Constitution and the introduction of dual citizenship will be answered by the opposition, which is a red line in further political relations with an incompetent political administration whose time in power is clearly running out," Živković pointed out.
Frangeš, as announced by DPS, confirmed Slovenia's commitment to bilaterally and within the European Union continue to affirm the enlargement policy and provide expert and political support for the European integration of Montenegro and the Western Balkans.
"He particularly pointed out that in the light of the wider international context, the enlargement of the European Union now enjoys the highest level of support in the last few decades, because many member states see in it not only economic progress, but also a strategic investment in the stability and security of Europe. In this direction, he emphasized the importance of the constructive role of political actors in the country and their commitment to European values, so that the country remains focused on the European agenda and consistent fulfillment of membership requirements."
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