Welcome to Croatia

Overview

Capital: Zagreb
Official EU language(s): Croatian
EU member country: since 1 July 2013
Currency: Croatian Kuna HRK. Croatia has committed to adopt the euro once it fulfils the necessary conditions
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Political system

Croatia is a parliamentary republic in which the head of government - the prime minister - and the head of state - the president - represent the executive power and the state at home and abroad.

The government structure is based on separation of legislative, executive and judicial powers.

The Parliament holds legislative power and also controls the executive. Its members are elected for 4 years.

Croatia in the EU

European Parliament

There are 11 members of the European Parliament from Croatia.

Council of the EU

In the Council of the EU, national ministers meet regularly to adopt EU laws and coordinate policies. Council meetings are regularly attended by representatives from the Croatian government, depending on the policy area being addressed.

European Commission

The Commissioner nominated by Croatia to the European Commission is Neven Mimica, who is responsible for International Cooperation and Development.

The Commission is represented in each EU country by a local office, called a "representation".

Kid's corner

The EU tries to make life better for all of us in all sorts of ways, like protecting the countryside, making sure the food we eat is safe, making phone calls and texts cheaper, fighting crime and lots, lots more.

The EU also works to improve life for children and young people. You need to know your rights, what you can expect from the world around you and what you don't have to put up with!

There's so much to find out - and here's the best place to start or here !

Have fun!