The Never-Ending Diplomatic Soap Opera!
Have you ever thought politics could be like a bad soap opera? Well, welcome to the Croatian version! Prime Minister Andrej Plenković and President Zoran Milanović have been at war over the appointment of Croatian ambassadors for FIVE years! Yes, you read that right – FIVE YEARS of blockades and obstructions that have brought us to absurdity.
Who’s to Blame?
Plenković claims Milanović has been blocking the normal rotation of diplomatic posts since September 2019. Back then, Milanović rejected the initial, informal list of ambassador candidates and demanded half of the candidates be his picks. Plenković says this practice has never been done before and won’t be done in the future.
On the other hand, Milanović accuses Plenković of a five-year obstruction. It seems both are stuck in a vicious cycle of accusations and refusal to compromise.
What’s Happening Now?
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has called on insiders to express their ambitions for ambassadorial posts. The selection process is nearing its end, and soon there will be consultations between Plenković and Milanović for a final agreement. But will anything change? Plenković has made it clear he will only support candidates he finds acceptable, regardless of Milanović’s pressures.
What About the Supreme Court?
At the same time, Plenković sharply rejected Sandra Artuković Kunšt’s candidacy for President of the Supreme Court, a candidate supported by Milanović. She did not receive the support of the parliamentary majority or any member of the judiciary committee. Plenković called on her not to submit her candidacy again, saying she offered no concrete solutions for the judiciary.
Why Should We Care?
Because this political soap opera shows how Croatian politics is trapped in personal conflicts and blockades lasting years. While they argue, the country stands still, and important positions remain unfilled or in limbo.
The Bottom Line?
Five years of blockades, candidate conflicts, rejections, and accusations – it sounds like a bad comedy. But it’s not. It’s the reality of Croatian politics today. If you have a better idea on how to fix this, feel free to drop a comment. Or just say – who do you think is more to blame? Milanović or Plenković?
Because if nothing changes, this drama will go on for a long time, and we’ll keep watching how those in power play with the fate of the country.
Jump into the conversation, because this isn’t just their soap opera – it’s our reality!
