Minister Dukaj: Declaration against Kosovo, attack on institutions, and exceeding local competencies.

Montenegrin Minister Dukaj Condemns Zeta Municipality Declaration

Podgorica, Montenegro – Minister of Public Administration Marash Dukaj has strongly criticized the recent decision by the Assembly of the Municipality of Zeta to issue a declaration denying the recognition of Kosovo. The declaration, approved on May 13, 2026, has been described by Minister Dukaj as an attack on Montenegrin institutions and an overreach of local competencies. In a post on the social network X, Minister Dukaj stated he was not surprised by the move.

He emphasized that the declaration’s political implications, irrespective of constitutional and legal considerations, represent a step backward in Montenegro’s efforts to build a future aligned with European integration. The declaration specifically calls for the annulment of Montenegro’s state decision to recognize the Republic of Kosovo. Dukaj’s comments suggest a concern regarding the potential impact of such actions on Montenegro’s ongoing commitment to regional stability and its relationship with Kosovo.

The minister refrained from detailed legal analysis, focusing instead on the broader implications for Montenegro’s trajectory within the European framework. This development follows previous statements from the minister regarding the importance of upholding established state decisions and respecting the sovereignty of neighboring nations.

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