Croatia is on the brink of joining the OECD, and the Secretary-General of this powerful organization, Mathias Cormann, is openly optimistic! At the 18th Dubrovnik Forum, Cormann made it clear that Croatia, along with Romania and Bulgaria, is doing everything necessary to join the club of the world’s most developed economies. But wait, this isn’t just a formality — it’s a political decision that could be made as early as next year!
For those who don’t know, the OECD is like a VIP club for countries that are economically and politically stable, with clear rules and reforms that push progress forward. Croatia has already embarked on serious reforms in public administration, judiciary, and public companies, and that’s no small feat. State Secretary Zdenko Lucić says this is a success story, and public support is high.
But it’s not all sunshine and rainbows. Joining the OECD means Croatia will have to face serious and sometimes painful reforms. This isn’t just window dressing; these are deep changes that will shape the country’s future. Still, the government’s political will is strong, which is a key factor for success.
What’s especially interesting is that alongside Croatia, Romania and Bulgaria are also in the process, as well as countries from South America and Asia. This means a powerful network of countries sharing common values and goals will soon form, especially in digital transformation and economic growth.
So, is Croatia ready to enter this elite club? It looks like it, but the road isn’t easy. If you love following how big political and economic decisions are made, this is a story for you. And you, what do you think — will Croatia manage to overcome all challenges and shine among the most developed? Drop a comment, let’s see who’s the optimist and who’s the skeptic!
