America News Agency

Croatian Prime Minister Andrej Plenkovic received Slovak Minister of Foreign and European Affairs Juraj Blanar, who was in Croatia for the Conference of Ambassadors, Consuls General, Consuls and Military Attachés held in Zagreb.

Plenkovic stated that the friendly and partnership relations between Croatia and Slovakia had been reaffirmed, adding that they attach particular importance to further strengthening economic cooperation and energy security.

Plenkovic said they also discussed strengthening connectivity between Central and Southeastern Europe through the Three Seas Initiative, noting that Slovakia will assume the rotating presidency of the initiative in 2027 following Croatia.

Plenkovic also emphasized the two countries’ commitment to protecting the rights of national minorities and preserving their linguistic, cultural and educational heritage.