Montenegrin Ministries Spent Over €214,000 on Consulting Services in First Half of 2026
Montenegrin government ministries contracted at least €214,004.93 for consulting services during the first six months of 2026. The Ministry of Economic Development accounted for the largest known expenditure, with contracts totaling €59,416.90. Following closely were the Ministry of Tourism (€36,396.05) and the Ministry of Spatial Planning, Urbanism, and State Property (€34,800 net). The Ministry of Ecology, Sustainable Development, and Northern Development also engaged consultants, spending €27,800. Notably, the Ministry of Ecology disclosed the values for only four of its 21 contracted engagements. The Ministry of Economic Development provided nine contracts but omitted the names of eight engaged individuals, raising transparency concerns.
The disclosed expenditures on consulting services by Montenegrin ministries highlight a significant allocation of public funds towards external expertise. While such services can be valuable for specialized projects, the partial disclosure of contract values and the concealment of individual consultant names by the Ministry of Economic Development warrant scrutiny. This lack of transparency can obscure potential conflicts of interest and limit public accountability. Moving forward, establishing clearer guidelines for the disclosure of consultant engagements, including the identification of individuals and the justification for their selection, would enhance public trust and ensure more efficient use of taxpayer money within the evolving digital governance landscape.
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