Croatian FM eyes enhanced collaboration

Croatian Minister of Foreign and European Affairs Gordan Grlic Radman hailed the "excellent and expanding" relationship between Croatia and China, hoping for a stronger bilateral and China-EU partnership driven by increased collaboration in key sectors.

China is one of the key partners for Croatia's strategic projects, and Croatia's bilateral relations with the country are "excellent, expanding, and could be even stronger", said Radman on Tuesday at an event held by the Center for China and Globalization, a Beijing-based think tank. Radman visited China from Sunday to Tuesday, marking his first official visit to the country as Croatia's top diplomat.

The minister said he is impressed by the "magnificent culture and history" of China. On Monday, Radman met with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, highlighting that China was one of the first countries to recognize Croatia's independence and sovereignty. He also emphasized the sound development of bilateral relations over the past three decades, built on mutual respect and benefit.