INA-MOL Arbitration: The Reliability of the State in Strategic Investments

INA-MOL Arbitration: The Reliability of the State in Strategic Investments

The recent arbitration between Croatia and MOL in the INA case has raised a crucial question for international investors: how reliable is the state in long-term energy arrangements, especially when th...

European Industry Seeks Salvation in State Subsidies

European Industry Seeks Salvation in State Subsidies

European industry is once again in a difficult situation and is seeking state aid to survive in global competition. After the pandemic and the energy crisis caused by the war in Ukraine, new conflicts...

Croatian Supreme Court Makes Decision on Converted Swiss Franc Loans

Croatian Supreme Court Makes Decision on Converted Swiss Franc Loans

The Supreme Court of the Republic of Croatia has made a decision regarding converted loans in Swiss francs (CHF). The decision was made at a session of the court's extended council, and the details wi...

Croatian Government Introduces Anti-Inflation Measures to Stabilize the Economy

Croatian Government Introduces Anti-Inflation Measures to Stabilize the Economy

The Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, Tomislav Ćorić, has announced the introduction of a package of anti-inflation measures aimed at disciplining aggregate demand and reducing inflationa...

Hotel in Herzegovina Offers Salary up to €3,000 with Accommodation Provided, Ad Becomes Social Media Hit

Hotel in Herzegovina Offers Salary up to €3,000 with Accommodation Provided, Ad Becomes Social Media Hit

A job advertisement for a luxury hotel near Čapljina, offering salaries up to €3,000 for chefs, has generated significant attention on social media. In addition to the high salary, the employer also o...

In Which European Countries Do Workers Keep the Most of Their Salary After Taxation?

In Which European Countries Do Workers Keep the Most of Their Salary After Taxation?

Tax burdens vary significantly across Europe, and income level plays a crucial role. Some countries apply flat tax rates, while others have progressive systems, meaning that individuals with higher in...

Discussion on Pension Taxation in Croatia: Between Solidarity and Populism

Discussion on Pension Taxation in Croatia: Between Solidarity and Populism

In Croatia, the discussion on pension taxation has reopened, following the announcement of the abolition of pension tax from next year. This topic elicits numerous comments and questions about the fai...

The Economy of Words in the Digital Age: The Impact of Text on Business and Communication

The Economy of Words in the Digital Age: The Impact of Text on Business and Communication

In today's world, text is becoming an increasingly important currency in the business world and interpersonal communication. Psychologist Boris Šurija points out that a large part of the relationship ...

Why is Regular Car Maintenance Important, Even if You Rarely Drive?

Why is Regular Car Maintenance Important, Even if You Rarely Drive?

Regular car maintenance is crucial for its longevity and safety, even if the vehicle is used infrequently. While it may seem that a car that travels few kilometers per year does not require regular ma...

Croatia and South Korea Strengthen Cooperation: Nuclear Energy, Rijeka as a Gateway to Europe, and the Defense Industry in Focus

Croatia and South Korea Strengthen Cooperation: Nuclear Energy, Rijeka as a Gateway to Europe, and the Defense Industry in Focus

Minister of Foreign and European Affairs, Gordan Grlić Radman, visited Seoul, where he discussed strengthening bilateral cooperation with Korean officials, with a special emphasis on energy, logistics...

New Housing Construction Model in Croatia: Lower Apartment Prices on the Horizon

New Housing Construction Model in Croatia: Lower Apartment Prices on the Horizon

The Minister of Physical Planning, Construction, and State Assets, Branko Bačić, has announced a new model for affordable housing in Croatia, aimed at further reducing apartment prices. In Virovitica,...

Excessive Centralization in Croatia Negatively Impacts Regional Development

Excessive Centralization in Croatia Negatively Impacts Regional Development

Excessive centralization in Croatia leads to Zagreb developing at the expense of other regions, creating uneven development across the country. Dubravka Jurlina Alibegović warns that the concentration...