Montenegro has completed 34 of 41 reform steps under its Reform Agenda within the EU Reform and Growth Facility for 2024–2027, allowing the country to seek approximately €97.3 million in EU financial support. The government adopted its fourth semi-annual report on implementation of the Reform Agenda on 9 July, presenting progress achieved in meeting the agreed measures. The reported completion rate stands at approximately 83%, with reforms covering areas including private-sector development, digitalisation, the energy transition, human capital and the rule of law.
EU funding linked to reform delivery
The implementation of the reform measures connects access to EU financial support with progress achieved in Montenegro’s policy and institutional commitments. Further disbursement of funds will depend on the quality of implementation, including the effectiveness of adopted measures and their application through institutions. Areas identified as important for future implementation include procurement transparency, institutional capacity, regulatory independence and timely preparation of projects.
Economic data alignment with EU standards
The government also adopted a roadmap for the transmission of economic data in line with the ESA 2010 European statistical framework. The alignment with EU national accounting requirements is intended to improve the comparability of Montenegro’s fiscal, investment and economic data during the country’s accession process.
