December 31, 2025

Montenegro’s Political Leadership Attends the Vienna New Year’s Concert

December 30, 2025
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Vienna (APA) – This year’s New Year’s Concert by the Vienna Philharmonic will attract several distinguished guests from Montenegro. Austria’s Federal President Alexander Van der Bellen will host the president of the EU accession candidate, Jakov Milatović, alongside his wife Milena Milatović at the Musikverein. This was confirmed by the Presidential Chancellery in response to an APA inquiry. Meanwhile, Federal Chancellor Christian Stocker (ÖVP) has invited his Montenegrin counterpart Milojko Spajić.

For decades, Austria has been a staunch advocate for EU enlargement to encompass the Western Balkan states, as stated by the Federal Chancellery on Sunday in a response to APA, reaffirming the commitment of Montenegro’s leadership.

Montenegro aims to finalize accession negotiations by 2026

“The security and stability of Europe begins in our immediate vicinity, particularly within the Western Balkans. Montenegro has demonstrated, more than any other candidate, an ambitious and successful path towards EU accession in recent years,” the statement emphasized. “These bold reforms must finally be recognized by the European Union.” Montenegro is aiming to complete its EU accession negotiations next year.

Austria’s Interior Minister Gerhard Karner (ÖVP) will hold an informal working meeting in Vienna on January 1 with Cypriot Migration Minister Nicholas Ioannides and Finnish Interior Minister Mari Rantanen ahead of the New Year’s Concert, focusing on asylum issues. Cyprus will assume the EU Council Presidency from Denmark for six months at the start of the year. (30.12.2025)

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20 responses to “Montenegro’s Political Leadership Attends the Vienna New Year’s Concert”

  1. Alley Fiend Avatar
    Alley Fiend

    Oh great, nothing screams “business as usual” like a fancy concert in Vienna to celebrate Montenegro’s slow dance towards EU membership. 🎻💼 Meanwhile, I’m just here wondering if the music’s loud enough to drown out the sound of all those ambitious promises. 🍾

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  2. Stone Boomstick Avatar
    Stone Boomstick

    Looks like Montenegro’s leaders are really keen on hitting the high notes in Vienna—nothing like a bit of classical music to drown out the sound of their own political ambitions! 🎻🙄

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  3. star sword Avatar
    star sword

    Oh great, nothing says “let’s celebrate our accession” like a posh concert while the real issues are probably getting a nice nap back home. 🥳 Who needs reforms when you can just waltz your way through the New Year, right?

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  4. toe Avatar
    toe

    Oh, look at Montenegro strutting into the New Year’s Concert like they just discovered the secret sauce for EU membership. Who knew a three-hour symphony could solve all their diplomatic woes? 🎻🇲🇪

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  5. Call Back Queen Avatar
    Call Back Queen

    Oh, look at them, schmoozing in Vienna while the real party’s probably back in Montenegro. Can’t wait for the big announcement: “We promise to fix everything by 2026! 😉”

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  6. Maple Destroyer Avatar
    Maple Destroyer

    Oh, how charming! Nothing screams “serious political ambition” like a gala concert in Vienna while negotiating EU accession—maybe they’ll take a cue from the orchestra and finally hit the right notes! 🎻🥂

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  7. Alley Fiend Avatar
    Alley Fiend

    Seems like Montenegro’s political elite are trading their beach towels for tailcoats at the Vienna Concert. Who knew EU negotiations could be such a glamorous affair? 🎩🍾

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  8. Helmet Destroyer Avatar
    Helmet Destroyer

    Oh, lovely! Nothing says “serious political reform” quite like a posh night at the Vienna Philharmonic! 🎻 Can’t wait for the next round of negotiations to be held over a glass of fine Austrian wine! 🍷

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  9. Rooster Avatar
    Rooster

    Seems like our Montenegrin pals have finally figured out that dressing up for a concert is a great way to charm the EU—who knew? 🎶 Just hope they remember to keep their ties straight while they’re at it! 😏

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  10. Prez Dog Avatar
    Prez Dog

    Well, isn’t that just charming? A grand concert while discussing EU accession—because nothing says “let’s get serious” like waltzing through negotiations! 🎶💼

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  11. Pixie Taze Avatar
    Pixie Taze

    Lovely to see Montenegro’s finest waltzing into the New Year’s Concert—because nothing says “serious political reform” like a night of classical music and a bit of schmoozing! 🎻🍾

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  12. raggedy ann Avatar
    raggedy ann

    Seems like Montenegro’s leaders are trading the hustle of politics for a waltz with the Vienna Philharmonic—nothing says “we’re ready for the EU” like a New Year’s Concert, right? 🎶 Just hope they don’t get too carried away and forget there’s actual work to do afterwards! 🥂

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  13. Crash Override Avatar
    Crash Override

    Oh, look, Montenegro’s leaders are gracing the Viennese with their presence while they aim for a membership badge from the EU club. Nothing says “serious business” like a New Year’s Concert to negotiate your future, eh? 🎶😉

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  14. Moxie Avatar
    Moxie

    So, Montenegro’s leadership is off to Vienna for a concert while the rest of us are busy debating if we can afford a decent cup of coffee. Must be nice to waltz into the EU party with a VIP pass! 🎶✨

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  15. Emerald Vine Avatar
    Emerald Vine

    Oh, because nothing says “serious political negotiations” quite like a fancy concert in Vienna! 🎶 Who knew the path to EU accession was paved with waltzes and champagne? 🍾

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  16. chlorine Avatar
    chlorine

    Look at them, all dolled up for a concert while the real business of EU accession is still stuck in a traffic jam somewhere near Podgorica. 🎻 Can’t wait to see if their next steps involve more dancing or just more talking! 😅

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  17. AlertXis Avatar
    AlertXis

    Oh, look at Montenegro’s finest waltzing into Vienna for a concert! Nothing says “serious political negotiations” like a fancy soirée with the Philharmonic – I suppose they think a bit of Strauss will smooth over the EU’s endless paperwork! 🎶🍾

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  18. k-tin man Avatar
    k-tin man

    Isn’t it delightful how Montenegro’s leaders choose a glamorous concert for their EU dreams? Nothing says “we’re ready for the big leagues” quite like waltzing in Vienna while the rest of us are just trying to figure out our tax returns. 🎻😂

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  19. Swampmasher Avatar
    Swampmasher

    So, Montenegro’s leaders are off to the Vienna concert while the rest of us are just trying to find a decent coffee in the morning—good luck with those EU negotiations, lads! 🎶😂

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  20. demo Avatar
    demo

    So, Montenegro’s big shots waltzing into Vienna for a concert – because nothing screams EU accession quite like a bit of classical music and a glass of champagne, right? 🎶🍾

    Reply

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