AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoEU-Western Balkans Summit Security: Montenegro barred 87 Serbian nationals from entering and returned them to Serbia after intensified checks at Tivat Airport, citing “high security risk” and alleged links to destabilization efforts ahead of the summit. EU Enlargement & Connectivity: EU ministers are set to start talks to end roaming charges with the Western Balkans, with cheaper mobile fees positioned as a practical incentive for accession momentum. Regional Diplomacy: European Council President António Costa urged Western Balkan leaders to accelerate reforms ahead of the June 5 summit in Tivat. Montenegro Economy: The EBRD cut Montenegro’s 2026 growth forecast to 2.9% (from 3.2%), warning limited fiscal buffers and weak diversification leave the economy exposed. Sports & Travel Disruption: Wales’ Women’s World Cup qualifier preparations were hit when their flight to Montenegro was diverted to Italy due to storms. Tourism Signals: Eurostat data show Montenegro’s tourism dipped while Albania’s overnight stays rose 11.2%—a reminder of shifting regional demand.
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