Montenegro’s Prime Minister Milojko Spajić said that joining the European Union will help reduce inflation and stabilize prices, as Montenegro becomes part of a single market of 450 million people. He explained that prices will naturally decrease as market supply increases once Montenegro joins the EU.
Responding to MP Miloš Konatar (URA), Spajić stated that all other anti-inflation measures are temporary and that the only sustainable way to control prices is through stronger competition within the EU market. At present, Montenegro mainly imports goods from Serbia and Bosnia and Herzegovina, which means it also imports their inflation. He added that once trade with the EU becomes more dominant, inflationary pressure will ease.
Spajić also announced over 200 million euros in planned investments in agriculture, aimed at improving food security and stabilizing prices, though he did not specify who will fund these projects. Opposition MPs criticized the government for slow economic growth, high living costs, and low wages. Boris Mugoša (SD) noted that food prices in Montenegro have risen twice as fast as in the EU, with economic growth at its lowest level in eight years and a growing number of blocked business accounts.
Speaking about airport concessions, Spajić emphasized the importance of transparency and completing the tender process properly. He said the procedure is closely monitored by the EU and the World Bank and that any indication of corruption must be avoided. The final decision will be made by the government in a public session. Spajić noted that previous delays had hurt Montenegro’s reputation with international institutions, making it appear unreliable to investors.
He highlighted that improving infrastructure remains a key government priority, including better road and air connectivity. Several new infrastructure projects are already prepared for tender and implementation.
Addressing MP Mirsad Nurković (BS), Spajić confirmed that the Štedim ski resort project, worth 32 million euros, will be completed within the government’s mandate. So far, 21 million euros have been invested. He concluded that Montenegro’s goal is to strengthen overall connectivity and reduce dependence on air transport.
