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Western Balkans gradually gaining on EU economies, but Ukraine falls further behind
BNE Intellinews
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Countries in the Western Balkans and Eastern Partnership regions are gradually closing the economic gap with the European Union, a report by the Brussels-based think-tank Bruegel has found, but they still face major challenges in demographics,...
Montenegro and Lúcia Amaral at the funeral of firefighter who died on Sunday
Portugal Pulse
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August 18, 2025
The funeral will take place on Tuesday at 10:30 AM in Covilhã. Daniel Agrelo, a member of the Covilhã Fire Department, died following a traffic accident late Sunday afternoon while on his way to a rural fire in the region. The accident occurred at...
Fires take Montenegro to the Assembly. Opposition ‘applauds’ and speaks of “detachment”.
Portugal Pulse
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August 21, 2025
The Assembly of the Republic approved, on Wednesday, the requests for holding an extraordinary debate in the permanent commission with Prime Minister Luís Montenegro about the coordination of firefighting efforts. The measure was unanimously...
Rise of Pro-Serbian Political Forces in Montenegro Strains Relations with Croatia
Balkan Insight
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August 21, 2025
It began, ostensibly, with new navy breast badges depicting a ship in full sail. The Montenegrin defence ministry unveiled them in late July for crew members of the training ship Jadran [The Adriatic], in blue and yellow and bearing the flag of...
Montenegro expresses “deep sadness” over the death of the firefighter from Covilhã.
Portugal Pulse
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August 18, 2025
“I received with deep sadness the news of the tragic accident that claimed the life of a firefighter,” Luís Montenegro stated on the social network X, extending “the sincerest condolences” to the family members. In his message, Montenegro wished a...
‘I’m free’: Nadia Montenegro on life after resignation
Philstar
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August 20, 2025
August 21, 2025 | 12:00am Nadia Montenegro’s resignation as the political affairs officer of Sen. Robin Padilla amid allegations of her marijuana use in the Senate is an act of decency. It shows her respect for the institution and the public’s...
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13 Spritz Cocktails to Sip Before Sunset
Food & Wine
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The rise of the spritz is a global phenomenon. Zesty, bubble-forward and refreshing, the low-ABV cocktail continues to dominate happy hours around the world. Though the clear favorite in the category, the Aperol Spritz was created in Italy in the...
Montenegro participated in a meeting with Zelensky: “We will achieve a just peace”
Portugal Pulse
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August 17, 2025
The Prime Minister, Luís Montenegro, was among the European leaders who held a virtual meeting this Sunday with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to prepare for the upcoming meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump next Monday. Following the...
EBRD Comes Through For Montenegro's Renewable Energy By Backing Gvozd Wind Farm With Loan
MENAFN
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August 20, 2025
(MENAFN- Trend News Agency) BAKU, Azerbaijan, August 20. The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has given the green light for an extra 26 million euro loan to give a boost to Montenegro's crown jewel in renewable energy, the...
Trains disrupted: Negotiations failed - strike continues
B92
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Business & Economy 0 Negotiations between railway workers in Montenegro and the management regarding salary increases have failed, and the workers' strike continues, while the Railway Infrastructure has started the procedure for finding new...
Opinion: Utopian visions like California Forever lack key details on governance
Times of San Diego
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August 20, 2025
A aerial rendering of California Forever in Solano County. (Image courtesy SITELAB urban studio) In 2020, the rapper Akon secured 136 acres of land to build his own eponymous city on the site of the coastal village of Mbodiène, not far from where...
13 Amazing Places to Visit in the Balkans for Your Next Trip
Travelbinger
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August 20, 2025
Think about yourself sipping a wonderful expresso or on a glass of wine for less than two dollars, watching the sun set on top of some medieval stone walls. The beauty is that this entire day’s budget may not even cover the cost of a meal in...
Radisson Hotel Group Accelerates Adriatic Growth with a New Flagship Signing in Montenegro
Hospitality Net
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August 20, 2025
Radisson Hotel Group is proud to announce the signing of a flagship new-build property on Montenegro's stunning Adriatic coast: Radisson Blu Hotel & Residences, Tivat. This signing with ALK Group, marks a significant step in the Group's strategy...
Analyst: Snap Elections in Montenegro Less Likely than Cabinet Reshuffle
Beta Briefing
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August 20, 2025
Source: Beta News / Region | 20.08.25 | access_time 14:30 Milojko Spajic (BETAPHOTO/Parliament of Montenegro) The professor and political analyst Nikoleta Djukanovic said on Aug. 20 that snap elections were less likely in Montenegro than another...
Why Ukraine may get to join the EU but not Nato right now
Firstpost
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August 20, 2025
While Ukraine’s path toward joining the European Union (EU) is slowly advancing, albeit with major obstacles, its entry into Nato remains blocked. Instead, Western leaders are exploring “Article 5-style” security guarantees that might shield...
UAE dispatches taskforce to combat Montenegro wildfires
Madhyamam
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August 20, 2025
The United Arab Emirates has dispatched a taskforce to support Montenegro’s efforts to contain widespread wildfires, reinforcing its role in international emergency response. A specialised UAE firefighting aircraft, loaded with essential equipment...
EBRD provides extra financing for Montenegro’s flagship renewable project
CEENERGYNEWS
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August 20, 2025
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) is supporting the expansion of the Gvozd wind farm, Montenegro’s flagship renewable energy project, with an additional 26-million-euro loan. The new financing will enable the installation...
EBRD backs expansion of Montenegro wind farm with €26 million loan
Energy Global
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August 20, 2025
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) is deepening its support for Montenegro’s green energy transition with an additional €26 million loan to expand the Gvozd wind farm, the country’s flagship renewable energy project. The...
Under directives of UAE President, UAE supports efforts to combat wildfires in Montenegro
Emirates 24|7
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August 20, 2025
Under the directives of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, a UAE taskforce has been dispatched to support efforts to extinguish the wildfires in the Republic of Montenegro. The team is actively working to combat fires...
Social Security opens investigation process into fire at nursing home
Portugal Pulse
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August 16, 2025
The Instituto da Segurança Social has initiated an investigation into the fire at Lar Bom Samaritano, Santa Casa da Misericórdia de Mirandela, where six elderly individuals perished and five others were seriously injured. The Segurança Social...