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- On April 22, 2026, EU countries began drafting an accession treaty for Montenegro.
- European Enlargement Commissioner Marta Kos said the decision recognizes Montenegro's progress and encourages reforms.
- Kos added that future treaties should include stronger safeguards to uphold the rule of law.
- Montenegro aims to join the EU by 2028 and became independent in 2006.
- European Council President Antonio Costa hailed the Working Party as a key milestone.
