Nik Gjeloshaj Expresses Dissatisfaction with Montenegrin Government and Political Allies

 Nik Gjeloshaj, leader of the Albanian Forum in Montenegro and current Deputy Prime Minister, has openly expressed his dissatisfaction with the government in which he serves. His comments, shared on social media, come as a response to recent actions by Montenegrin political leaders and developments in the country's foreign policy.

 Nik Gjeloshaj

Gjeloshaj specifically criticized the Speaker of Parliament, Andrija Mandić, for publicly congratulating the unconstitutional "Day of the Republic of Srpska," an action he views as highly problematic. Furthermore, Gjeloshaj has raised concerns over what he perceives as antagonistic actions towards neighboring Croatia, including the delayed vote for Montenegro's Ambassador to Kosovo and the country's increasingly tense relations with its neighbors. He called out the government for what he described as "catastrophic" foreign relations, adding that Montenegro's intervention in Bosnia and Herzegovina's internal affairs was another example of poor policy decisions.

Reflecting on these frustrations, Gjeloshaj pointed out that the "Barometer 26" agreement had been deliberately buried, which led him to refuse to sign it. He emphasized that repeating the same mistakes with signatories was an unacceptable responsibility, a sentiment that further reflects his deep dissatisfaction with the current state of affairs.

Gjeloshaj also made it clear that the time for delays and concealment had passed. He stressed that it was now crucial to determine who truly supports Montenegro's European Union aspirations and its alliance with the United States, and who opposes them. His statement was directed at Millojko Spajić and Aleksa Bečić, who he believes must take decisive action or their positions would be solidified as opposing Montenegro's EU path.

The Deputy Prime Minister called for transparency and decisive action, stating that if his political allies do not take the expected steps, his party and others in the Albanian minority would be forced to make clear decisions, including potentially withdrawing their support for the government. His position remains firm: there is no room for personal or nationalistic interests in this matter, only a commitment to Montenegro’s future in the EU and its international relations.

Gjeloshaj’s comments have sparked significant debate within the political landscape of Montenegro, highlighting the growing tension within the government and the challenges of balancing minority rights with national political priorities. His open criticism of Mandić, a prominent figure in the government, further complicates the already delicate political situation, particularly regarding Montenegro's foreign relations and its European integration path.