At this year's "Budding" event in Zlatar, President Zoran Milanovic joined local officials in supporting the preservation of Zagorje customs, traditions and cultural heritage.
Standard & Poor's has upgraded Croatia's credit rating to A-, recognizing stable economic growth, fiscal responsibility, and effective use of European funds. Energy security has been further strengthened by the construction of the LNG terminal on Krk
The reconstruction of the section of the Zabok - Krapina railway, worth EUR 15 million, will shorten the journey to Zagreb, increase safety at railway-road crossings and bring faster and more efficient transport for the residents of Krapina-Zagorje County.
During his visit to Kiev, Prime Minister Andrej Plenkovic announced a new aid package for Ukraine, which includes military equipment, support in demining and a donation for the reconstruction of the energy sector. Croatia has so far provided assistance worth EUR 300 million.
Food security is becoming an increasingly important geopolitical issue, while climate change imposes new challenges on Croatian agriculture. Prime Minister Plenkovic emphasizes the importance of investing in infrastructure and self-sufficiency, with the support of European funds.
Sisak-Moslavina County is undergoing major reconstruction after the earthquake, with particular emphasis on infrastructure projects, education and housing units. New projects such as the highway to Sisak and multi-residential buildings enable faster economic and demographic development.