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Interreg projects and the energy transition
© Summit Art Creations/Shutterstock By materially supporting European regions on different sides of the border to solve a common problem, Interreg projects demonstrate how the impact of transition is often fostered by cross-border cooperation The...

Government slashing property construction taxes
The Prime Minister has announced that the Government will lower the IVA tax rate to 6% for the construction of houses for sale up to €648,000 or, if rented, with rents up to €2,300. Montenegro admitted that the reduced tax for the construction of...

Mango industry must comply with FDA’s Final Traceability Rule by July 2028
All companies handling mangoes destined for US consumption must comply with the FDA’s Final Traceability Rule by July 20, 2028, regardless of company size, the National Mango Board (NMB) has alerted in a recent seminar. This includes growers,...

Government will support construction workers with temporary housing
During a press conference amid the second Council of Ministers addressing the housing crisis within two weeks, Miguel Pinto Luz emphasized the need to “ensure dignified living conditions” for construction sector workers. The support, attributed to...

VAT is reduced in construction for sale up to 648 thousand euros and rents up to 2,300 euros.
The Prime Minister announced a reduction in the VAT rate to 6% for the construction of homes for sale up to 648,000 euros or for rental with rents up to 2,300 euros. Luís Montenegro made this announcement during a meeting of the Council of...

Invest in Montenegro – A Smart Choice for Bold Visions: We present eKapija's new special edition newsletter
The eKapija business portal has published the special edition newsletter Invest in Montenegro – A Smart Choice for Bold Visions. In this special edition, you can read about the key economic indicators that shape the investment climate in...

EU survey shows consumer views on food safety
A survey by the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has revealed how much people are aware of and pay attention to food safety. EFSA conducts the survey every three years. This year it includes the 27 EU member states and seven EU candidate...

Bitcoin for an apartment by the sea - Is it possible to buy real estate with cryptocurrencies in Montenegro?
- There are real estate agencies in Montenegro, especially in coastal cities like Budva and Tivat, which offer the possibility of paying for real estate with cryptocurrencies, including Bitcoin and Ethereum. Also, some luxury resorts promoted this...

How can Montenegro turn the Adriatic into an economic growth engine? - On the wave of blue economy and opportunity for sustainable development and new jobs
The blue economy is the use of marine and coastal resources in a sustainable manner, through activities that connect environmental protection with economic development. It includes sectors such as tourism, fisheries, aquaculture, maritime...

Fake news: Russia threatens Montenegro EU accession process
Slowing down the Balkans' Euro-Atlantic integration process to the point of blocking it and continuing to make the region a source of instability for Europe is the ultimate goal of the cyber war unleashed by Vladimir Putin's Russia in the Balkans....
Serbia: rebalancing fixed-price construction contracts
In summary This article explores the scope and application of article 637 of the Serbian Law on Contracts and Torts governing price adjustments in fixed-price construction contracts and its continued relevance in the laws of other regional...
Unlocking the Trans-Balkan routes: Interview with Energy Community experts
The Energy Community Secretariat will hold its 20th Gas Forum on the 25th September, with the main topics being the diversification of gas supply, the opening of the Trans-Balkan Pipeline, the integration of Energy Community gas markets with the...

Bass Pro Shops and White River Marine Group acquires Hobie, bringing production back to the USA
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) - Bass Pro announced it is purchasing watercraft manufacturer Hobie. And it will move its operations from Mexico to Lebanon, Missouri. Hobie Alter launched his company in 1950 from his parents’ garage, handcrafting...

Euronews Montenegro officially launches, expanding regional media presence in Western Balkans
By Euronews Montenegro Published on 24/09/2025 - 14:01 GMT+2 A new Euronews affiliate in the Western Balkans, Euronews Montenegro, was officially launched at a ceremony held in Podgorica on Tuesday, becoming the 19th edition of Euronews across...

Iberia adds Bucharest and Tivat to summer 2026 network, expands key European routes
Madrid, 15 October 2025 – Iberia is expanding its European network for the summer 2026 season with two new destinations: Bucharest (Romania) and Tivat (Montenegro), each with two weekly flights. The additions support the airline’s 2030 Flight...

Wizz Air to open new base in beautiful nearby country!
Wizz Air has announced the opening of its newest and 36th base in Podgorica, the capital of Montenegro, marking a new chapter in the country’s aviation industry. Wizz Air to expand even further The decision represents a major milestone for...

World’s highest Rly pier bridge nears completion
Manipur Gov AK Balla inspects pier bridge The world’s highest railway pier bridge being constructed over the Ijei River in Manipur’s Noney district is expected to be completed within the current financial year (2025-26). Railway engineers engaging...
Reimagining Commercial Underwriting in the Age of AI
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Putin’s Budapest Visit: Complex Flight Route Amid EU Sanctions and Diplomatic Challenges
Putin’s visit to Budapest demonstrates that geopolitical isolation is increasingly impacting the logistics of diplomacy. According to open sources, the Russian president’s aircraft is likely to be accompanied by Turkish and Russian fighters, and...

PREMIUM TIMES’ Business Editor selected for US govt’s programme on Trade, Development Finance
PREMIUM TIMES’ Business Editor, Oladeinde Olawoyin, has been selected for the 2025 International Visitors’ Leadership Program (IVLP) for professional leaders in Trade, Finance and Development. Mr Olawoyin was named alongside 21 other participants...