Europski parlament u srijedu je usvojio niz izvješća o napretku država zapadnog Balkana prema članstvu, izdvojivši Crnu Goru kao apsolutnog predvodnika tog procesa, ali i ozbiljne političke blokade, krize i reformske zastoje s kojima se suočavaju druge države.
Zastupnici u Europskom parlamentu u srijedu su u Strasbourgu izglasali izvješća za 2025. za Crnu Goru, Albaniju, Sjevernu Makedoniju, Bosnu i Hercegovinu te Kosovo. O Srbiji će se glasati na nekoj od narednih plenarnih sjednica.
Crna Gora u EP-u je 'miljenik' politike proširenja izvješće o njoj izglasano je u mjesecu kad je ona bila domaćin samog vrha europske politike na samitu EU zapadni Balkan, dva dana nakon što je zatvorila još dva pregovaračka poglavlja i dan nakon što se u Parlamentu obratio njezin predsjednik Jakov Milatović . On je tamo ponovio da Podgorica želi članstvo do 2028. godine.
Crna Gora predvodi proces pristupanja i na papiru zatvorila je 16 od 33 poglavlja, već koristi euro te je, kako je Milatović naglasio, pouzdana članica NATO-a usklađena s europskom vanjskom i sigurnosnom politikom.
No izvješće upozorava da njezin proces usporavaju unutarnjopolitički sporovi oko ključnih infrastrukturnih projekata te preostali izazovi u borbi protiv korupcije i medijskih sloboda.
Crnu Goru slijedi Albanija
Unutar europske politike smatra se da Crnu Goru slijedi Albanija. U izvješću o njoj naglašava se da ona ima snažan reformski zamah nakon što je u rekordnom roku otvorila sve pregovaračke klastere, no da mora prevladati unutarnju političku polarizaciju, ojačati vladavinu prava i provesti ključne socioekonomske reforme.
Za Sjevernu Makedoniju se ističe da se nalazi u teškoj poziciji jer njezin pristupni proces stoji na mjestu. Balkanska država nakon ranije blokade Grčke zbog istoimene pokrajine promijenila je ime, da bi je kasnije blokirala Bugarska zbog identitetskih pitanja. Makedonske reforme pravosuđa i borba protiv korupcije ocijenjene su nedovoljnima, pa se od vlade u Skoplju traže brži i opipljivi rezultati.
O BiH, Srbiji i Kosovu
Parlament za Bosnu i Hercegovinu upozorava da duboka politička kriza ozbiljno ugrožava njezinu stabilnost i mogućnost skorašnjeg članstva. Navode se secesionističke politike u Republici Srpskoj, opstrukcije državnih institucija i proruski utjecaj. Izvješće traži hitno imenovanje glavnog pregovarača i usvajanje ključnih pravosudnih zakona te daje podršku instituciji visokog predstavnika međunarodne zajednice, žaleći što je tu funkciju nedavno napustio Christian Schmidt.
U izvješću se žali što je 30 godina nakon Daytonskog sporazuma i dalje potrebna EUFOR-ova misija Althea te se poziva na nediskriminaciju svih građana, uključujući konstitutivne narode, nevezano za njihove etničke, vjerske ili druge pripadnosti.
Za Kosovo se prošla godina smatra izgubljenom jer zbog institucionalnog zastoja nakon izbora nisu funkcionirale ni vlada ni skupština, što je blokiralo reforme i Plan rasta za zapadni Balkan, navodi se u izvješću.
Dijalog s Beogradom potpuno je mirovao, a kaznene mjere EU-a iz 2023. i dalje nanose veliku štetu kosovskom društvu, gospodarstvu i samom kredibilitetu Unije, dodaje se u izvješću o najmlađoj europskog državi koju još uvijek ne priznaje pet članica EU-a.
Reakcije hrvatskih zastupnika
Status država zapadnog Balkana na putu prema EU-u u raspravi je sumirao hrvatski zastupnik pučana Davor Ivo Stier .
- Bosni i Hercegovini: oslobodite svoj potencijal, kao vaša nogometna momčad, kao vaša nogometna federacija. Vrijeme je za federalnu BiH u konfederalnoj Europskoj uniji, kazao je Stier, referirajući se na nogometni uspjeh BiH reprezentacije u kojoj igraju predstavnici svih triju konstitutivnih naroda.
Kosovu je poručio da kompromis nije znak slabosti, već zrelosti, a Sjevernoj Makedoniji da će biti europskija, a ne manje makedonska ako uključi sve nacionalne manjine u svoj ustav, što traže Bugari.
Referirajući se na prosvjede koji traju u Albaniji protiv izgradnje velikog luksuznog odmarališta, povezanog sa zetom Donalda Trumpa Jaredom Kushnerom, Stier je poručio da demokracija nekad dođe u obliku plamenca te da to prihvati. Prosvjednici se koriste simbolom te ptice koja nastanjuje zaštićeno područje gdje bi trebao niknuti odmaralište.
Stier je Crnoj Gori kazao da je EU želi u svom sastavu kao suverenu državu ponosnu na svoju crnogorsku neovisnost i identitet. Europskom parlamentu poručio je pak da govori da brine o zapadnom Balkanu, no da je šteta što ne može odvojiti dovoljno vremena za raspravu o svakoj od zemalja pojedinačno.
Zastupnik socijalista i demokrata Tonino Picula naglasio je da su izazovi s kojima se pet zemalja suočavaju često zajednički i zahtijevaju dosljedan pristup EU-a one moraju poštivati njezine temeljne vrijednosti, usklađivati svoje politike te stvoriti uvjete u kojima i oporba i civilno društvo imaju svoje mjesto za stolom.
- Nažalost, postoje i destruktivni akteri koji nastoje potkopati proces proširenja. Neovisno o tome dolaze li iz same regije ili izvan nje, tak…
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Index.hrIndependentCenter4 days agoMontenegro's Minister for European Affairs, Maida Gorčević, expressed optimism that Montenegro and Croatia will resolve most of their bilateral issues 'in the coming months.' She stated that both countries have good communication and that Montenegro has already closed 13 chapters with the help of Croatian experts. The goal is to resolve all outstanding issues before Montenegro joins the EU, which it aims to achieve by 2028.
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Večernji listIndependentCenter4 days agoMontenegro's Minister for European Affairs, Maida Gorčević, stated that resolving bilateral issues with Croatia is a priority before Montenegro's potential EU membership. She emphasized that Montenegro aims to address all outstanding matters with Croatia before joining the EU, expressing optimism that most issues could be resolved in the coming months. The minister noted that Montenegro has already closed 13 chapters with Croatian experts' assistance and aims to complete all chapters by the end of the year. Montenegro's goal is to become the 28th EU member state by 2028.
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- government Minister Maida Gorčević's statement at the European Parliament conference
HRT (Hrvatska radiotelevizija)State / PublicCenter4 days agoMontenegro's Minister for European Affairs, Maida Gorčević, expressed optimism that most bilateral issues between Montenegro and Croatia will be resolved in the coming months. She stated that communication between the two countries is strong and that Montenegro has already closed 13 chapters with the help of Croatian experts. The goal is to resolve all outstanding issues before Montenegro's potential accession to the European Union by 2028.
Bias read (Center): The article presents a neutral summary of statements made by Montenegro's minister regarding bilateral relations with Croatia and progress toward EU membership. There is no evident framing bias, loaded language, or one-sided sourcing. The content focuses on reported statements without overtly favori
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- government Minister Maida Gorčević's statement at a press conference
HRT (Hrvatska radiotelevizija)State / PublicCenter4 days ago EP: Montenegro leader in terms of membership, others need to accelerate reformsThe European Parliament has adopted reports assessing the progress of Western Balkan countries toward EU membership, highlighting Montenegro as the leading country in this process while noting significant political obstacles, crises, and reform stagnation in other nations. The report acknowledges Montenegro's achievements, including closing 16 out of 33 chapters, using the euro, and aligning with NATO and European foreign policy. However, it also points out internal political disputes over infrastructure projects and remaining challenges in combating corruption and ensuring media freedom. The
Bias read (Center): The article presents factual information about Montenegro's progress toward EU membership without overtly favoring any political side. It includes both positive developments and critical challenges, maintaining a balanced tone.
HRT (Hrvatska radiotelevizija)State / PublicCenter5 days ago Bartulica: Western Balkan countries on their way to the EU must solve issues of the pastIn a speech during a joint debate in the European Parliament titled 'The European Future of the Western Balkans,' Croatian MEP Stephen Nikola Bartulica emphasized that countries of the Western Balkans must address unresolved issues from their past before they can have a clear path toward EU membership. He highlighted the need for Serbia and Montenegro to resolve questions related to war reparations, recognition of aggression from the 1990s, and cooperation in locating missing persons before they can join the EU. Bartulica also called for increased attention and support from the EU for Bosnia и
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- government European Parliament Joint Debate: 'The European Future of the Western Balkans'
tportalIndependentCenter5 days agoThe President of Montenegro, Jakov Milatović, addressed the European Parliament in Strasbourg, reiterating his country's ambitious goal to join the European Union by 2028. He emphasized that Montenegro's membership would represent a 'shared victory' between his country and the EU, highlighting Montenegro's experience in maintaining multiethnic harmony, Mediterranean openness, and Balkan resilience. Milatović stated that Montenegro seeks EU membership not to become 'someone else,' but because it has always belonged to the European political and cultural space. He also noted that Montenegro has
Bias read (Center): The article presents Milatović's speech and goals without overtly biased language or selective sourcing. It reports on his statements and the progress of negotiations objectively, without apparent ideological framing.
Index.hrIndependentCenter5 days ago President Montenegro: We want to enter the EU in 2028.The President of Montenegro, Jakov Milatović, addressed the European Parliament in Strasbourg, reiterating Montenegro's ambitious goal to join the European Union by 2028. He emphasized that Montenegro's membership would represent a 'shared victory' for both his country and the EU, highlighting the nation's multilingual harmony, Mediterranean openness, and Balkan resilience. Milatović stated that Montenegro seeks EU membership not to become 'someone else,' but because it has always belonged to the European political and cultural space. In line with his party's name, 'Europe Now!', he reiterated
Bias read (Center): The article presents factual information without overtly biased language or framing. It reports on the president's speech and statements regarding Montenegro's aspirations for EU membership, using neutral terms and providing direct quotes from the president.
HRT (Hrvatska radiotelevizija)State / PublicCenter5 days ago Mr Milatović reiterated to the EP his ambition to join the EU in 2028.Croatian state broadcaster HRT reported that Montenegro's President Jakov Milatović reiterated his country's ambition to join the European Union by 2028 during a speech at the European Parliament in Strasbourg. He emphasized Montenegro's multicultural harmony, Mediterranean openness, and Balkan resilience as qualities that would benefit the EU. The report noted that Montenegro has closed two more negotiation chapters, bringing the total to 16 out of 33 required for EU membership.
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- statement Jakov Milatović's speech at the European Parliament
HRT (Hrvatska radiotelevizija)State / PublicCenter6 days ago Montenegro closes two more chapters, aims for EU membership by 2028Montenegro has closed two more chapters in its accession negotiations with the European Union, bringing the total number of completed chapters to 16 out of 33. This progress was praised by the EU Enlargement Commissioner, Marta Kovač, who emphasized the importance of continuing reforms and maintaining unity across political lines to achieve EU membership by 2028. The Commission is expected to propose a financial package for Montenegro next week.
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- government Commissioner Marta Kovač's statement
N1 HrvatskaIndependentCenter6 days agoMontenegro has closed two more chapters in its accession negotiations with the European Union, bringing the total number of completed chapters to 16. This progress was highlighted at an intergovernmental conference in Luxembourg. The enlargement commissioner, Marta Kovač, praised Montenegro's advancements and emphasized the need to strengthen democratic institutions, rule of law, media freedom, and civil society. She also mentioned that the EU Commission will propose a financial package for Montenegro in the coming week to adjust the multiannual budget for another member state.
Bias read (Center): The article reports on Montenegro's progress in EU accession negotiations without overtly favoring any political side. It includes quotes from the EU Commissioner emphasizing institutional reforms and cooperation across political lines, but does not present biased language or one-sided sourcing. The
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- government Marta Kovač, EU Enlargement Commissioner
Telegram.hrIndependentCenter9 days agoMontenegro has closed 14 negotiation chapters with the European Union.
Bias read (Center): The article reports a factual update on Montenegro's progress in EU negotiations without apparent ideological framing or biased language. It focuses on procedural updates rather than taking a stance on the implications or controversies surrounding the negotiations.
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