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As a guarantor of Dayton Agreement, Croatia will not waver in commitment to stability, equality and European path of BiHPrime Minister Andrej Plenković participated today in the international conference "30 years after Dayton: leading the way with local solutions". On that occasion, he emphasized that Croatia, as a guarantor of the Dayton Agreement and as a member of the European Union and NATO, will not give up its commitment to stability, equality and the European path of Bosnia and Herzegovina. "Our only interest is the same one that we defended in the 1990s. A stable, functional and prosperous neighboring country in which Bosniaks, Serbs and Croats, like all other citizens, enjoy equal rights and equal dignity and where no one feels like a second-class citizen in their own country", he said. It is crucial to implement the Constitution in a way that strengthens, not undermines, trust between the three constituent peoples and to avoid practices that deviate from the spirit of the agreement or create unnecessary and harmful misunderstandings. 12.12.2025. | News

Plenković and Merz: In uncertain global circumstances, we are strengthening the partnership between Croatia and GermanyPrime Minister Andrej Plenković met today in Berlin with the Federal Chancellor of Germany, Friedrich Merz, with whom he discussed bilateral relations, strengthening economic cooperation and the procurement of 44 Leopard tanks, the most modern tanks available on the market. They also discussed key topics for the future of the European Union in view of the meeting of the European Council, finding a solution for further financial support to Ukraine, as well as international efforts to achieve a lasting and just peace in that country. 10.12.2025. | News

Economic forum is a strong contribution to the further strengthening of Croatian-German relationsDuring the visit of Prime Minister Andrej Plenković to Germany, the Croatian-German Economic Forum was held, with the aim of further strengthening relations between Croatia and its most important foreign trade partner, with the participation of around forty Croatian companies. At the opening of the Forum, Prime Minister Plenković presented the most important Croatian economic indicators and achievements to German businessmen and invited them to invest in Croatia. He expressed his hope that today's Forum would contribute to strengthening existing and creating new partnerships, emphasizing that the Government would be available to everyone in this context and provide assistance within its powers. 10.12.2025. | News

By deepening their partnership and cooperation, Croatia and Germany are strengthening the European Union 09.12.2025. | News

Plenković and Macron: We continue to strengthen the Croatian-French partnership, European resilience and competitivenessPrime Minister Andrej Plenković met tonight, in the Elysee Palace, with the President of France, Emmanuel Macron, at whose invitation he is on a two-day official visit to Paris. After the meeting, the Action Plan for the implementation of the Croatian-French Strategic Partnership, the Contract for the procurement of Caesar self-propelled howitzers and the Letter of Intent on the procurement of improved Rafale aircraft capabilities were signed. "We continue to strengthen the Croatian-French partnership. The goal of these activities is also complementarity with strengthening European resilience and competitiveness, as well as preserving the common values ​​on which the European Union rests," it was said after the meeting. 08.12.2025. | News

In building a Europe that matters, works and lasts our actions must be guided by determination, not fearPrime Minister Andrej Plenković today gave a lecture at the French Institute for International Relations entitled "Europe at the Crossroads: Asserting Sovereignty in a Changing World". He said that the international order is undergoing a profound transformation, European security is at risk, and some of the foundations of transatlantic relations have been undermined. "We can no longer take for granted the institutional, energy or demographic stability of our societies, and investments in defense are a priority for the European continent", the Prime Minister stressed. Speaking about the war in Ukraine, he stressed perseverance in efforts to achieve a just and sustainable peace that respects Ukrainian sovereignty, territorial integrity and will provide Ukraine with lasting security guarantees. 08.12.2025. | News

Croatian-French Economic forum to pave the way for new investments, new partnerships and new joint successesDuring the official visit of Prime Minister Andrej Plenković to the French Republic, the Croatian-French Economic Forum was also held. The Croatian delegation was represented by around forty companies, including Končar, Infobip, Rimac Technology, Ericsson Nikola Tesla, Span, ELKA, Đuro Đaković, DOK-ING, ORQA, HS Produkt, HEP, Prvo plinarsko društvo, Luka Rijeka, Croatia Airlines, Adris Grupa, Fortenova and Podravka. "We have gathered here today not only to present our economies, but also to encourage, strengthen and accelerate more dynamic, creative and ambitious bilateral cooperation," said Prime Minister Plenković, expressing his wish for this forum to become a space in which new projects, new alliances and new investments are built. 08.12.2025. | News

Plenković on the meeting with Holy Father: Pope Leo is in excellent shape, sharp and involved in all key global topicsPrime Minister Andrej Plenković met today in the Vatican with the Holy Father, Pope Leo XIV. They confirmed the excellent relations between Croatia and the Holy See and the continuation of the regular dialogue between the Government and the Croatian Bishops' Conference on all important issues for the Catholic Church and Croatian society. They also discussed global challenges that require a firm commitment to peace, democratic values, solidarity and respect for international law. They stressed the importance of ending the war in Ukraine as soon as possible and achieving a lasting and just peace, and advocated for the stabilization of the situation in the Middle East. The Prime Minister emphasized the need to provide support to Bosnia and Herzegovina, in which Croats are one of the three constituent peoples. 05.12.2025. | News

Plenković and Parolin advocated for just peace in Ukraine and European perspective of the countries of Southeast EuropePrime Minister Andrej Plenković arrived today for a two-day official visit to the Holy See, which began with a meeting with the Secretary of State of the Holy See, Cardinal Pietro Parolin. They discussed bilateral relations, ending the war in Ukraine and establishing a just and lasting peace, and the European perspective of the countries of Southeast Europe, with an emphasis on Bosnia and Herzegovina. After the meeting with Cardinal Parolin, the Prime Minister held a lecture at the Pontifical Gregorian University in which he analysed the turbulent present and expressed his thoughts on the collective responsibility for shaping a peaceful, secure and prosperous future. He also visited the Franciscan Pontifical University Antonianum where, along with Fr. Miljenko Šteka, the guardian, he met with Croatian Franciscan students from Croatia and Bosnia and Herzegovina. 04.12.2025. | News

Shaped by sacrifice, renewal and successful European integration, Croatia approaches the challenges facing EuropePrime Minister Andrej Plenković participated at the opening of the third Grand Continent Summit. It is a platform for high-level dialogue within Europe and between Europe and the rest of the world, which brings together European decision-makers, academics and leading intellectuals dedicated to the three major transformations of the continent, geopolitical, green and digital, with the aim of addressing the most pressing challenges of our time. He focused his speech on the theme of Europe at a crossroads, which seeks to build strategic sovereignty in multiple dimensions and lead its citizens towards a secure and prosperous future. He presented the Croatian perspective on the key areas and challenges that we must face together and the opportunities that we can seize together. 03.12.2025. | News