OSCE Mission to Montenegro underscores importance of swift appointment of judges to Constitutional Court

PODGORICA, 8 December 2022 - The Head of the OSCE Mission to Montenegro, Dominique Waag, emphasised the importance of quickly appointing judges to the Constitutional Court today.

“Recognizing the importance of a swift appointment of judges to the Constitutional Court to preserve the constitutionality, legal order and regular political process in Montenegro, the OSCE Mission to Montenegro calls on political leaders to engage in inclusive dialogue in order to build consensus within Parliament,” said Waag.

Waag also highlighted the importance of the Constitutional Court in the current political context.

“As a guardian of constitutional democracy, the Constitutional Court is critical in ensuring the legitimacy and legality of democratic elections by adjudicating electoral complaints and ensuring the protection of voters’ rights. Underscoring this vital role, we strongly encourage all actors to overcome the current impasse in Parliament and secure full functionality of the Constitutional Court well in advance of the next presidential elections,” said Waag.

The Mission stands ready to continue its close work with the national authorities to assist Montenegro in achieving its strategic goals, in line with OSCE principles and commitments.