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Historic Yugoslav Meat Industry Giant Sold in Major Regional Deal

One of the most recognizable names from the former Yugoslav food industry, PIK Vrbovec, is entering a new ownership chapter after a major acquisition agreement was officially signed. Investment group BOSQAR INVEST

May 18, 2026

Croatia

Israeli media criticize Milanović as he reportedly refuses to approve new ambassador for seven months

Croatian President Zoran Milanović has come under criticism from Israeli media after reports that he has refused for seven months to approve the appointment of Israel’s new ambassador to Zagreb. The case

May 18, 2026

Croatia

Adriatic Tourism Sector Scrambles for 95,000 Seasonal Workers as Wages Climb Past €3,000

The race for seasonal labor along the Adriatic coast has entered its most intense phase, with Croatia alone seeking roughly 70,000 workers and Montenegro hunting for another 25,000 ahead of what is

May 15, 2026

Croatia·Montenegro·Whats New

Croatia Secures €1.7 Billion EU SAFE Loan for Leopard Tanks and CAESAR Howitzers in Major Defence Overhaul

Croatia has signed a €1.7 billion loan agreement with the European Union under the Security Action for Europe (SAFE) instrument, earmarked for a sweeping modernization of its armed forces. Sealed on 14

May 15, 2026

Croatia

Croatia’s Eurovision entry sparks controversy and apologies, as Tony Cetinski says country was “closer than ever” to victory

Croatia’s representatives at the Eurovision Song Contest, the group Lelek, became the focus of international attention following a series of controversies and reactions linked to their performance. The situation escalated after comments

May 14, 2026

Croatia

Croatia Osiguranje Among Europe’s Top Stock Performers in 2026 with 62% Surge

Croatia Osiguranje has emerged as one of Europe’s standout performers on the stock market in 2026, with its shares rising by an impressive 62 percent since the beginning of the year. The

May 14, 2026

Business·Croatia

Croatia and Serbia Among First Eurovision 2026 Finalists as Opening Semi-Final Delivers Expected Results and Surprises

The first semi-final of the Eurovision Song Contest 2026 has concluded, determining the first group of finalists who will compete in the grand final. The evening brought a mix of expected outcomes

May 13, 2026

Croatia·Serbia·Whats New

Croatia’s Tourism Minister Calls for 10 to 20 Percent Price Cuts as Sector Questions Economic Basis of Appeal

Croatian Tourism and Sports Minister Tonči Glavina has called on the entire tourism sector to reduce prices and margins by 10 to 20 percent, arguing that this year’s tourist season will be

May 12, 2026

Croatia

Croatia to Introduce Stricter Rules for Private Apartments and Holiday Rentals From 2027

Croatia is preparing a new system for regulating private tourist accommodation, with stricter rules expected to take effect from 2027. Under the announced changes, all private renters will have to obtain an

May 12, 2026

Croatia

Croatia Signals Possible Solution to Unblock Montenegro’s EU Chapter 31, but Open Issues Remain

Croatian Foreign Minister Gordan Grlić Radman has indicated the possibility of finding a solution that would allow the unblocking of Chapter 31 in Montenegro’s EU accession negotiations. Speaking after a meeting with

May 12, 2026

Croatia·Montenegro

Macedonian and Croatian Customs Authorities Hold Bilateral Meeting Focused on Reforms and EU Integration

Representatives of the Customs Administration of the Republic of Macedonia and the Customs Administration of Croatia held a bilateral meeting focused on customs reforms, modernization processes and cooperation linked to accelerated European

May 11, 2026

Croatia·Macedonia

Croatian-Serbian Comedy “Svadba” Breaks Cinema Records and Enters Global Film Rankings

The Croatian-Serbian comedy “Svadba”, directed by Igor Šeregi, has become one of the biggest regional cinema successes in recent years, breaking records in Croatia, expanding strongly across the wider region and reaching

May 11, 2026

Croatia·Serbia

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