Parliament Rejects Investigative Committee on Croatian Forests: Opacity and Losses Remain Unanswered!
Today, the Croatian Parliament rejected a proposal by opposition MPs, led by the Možemo party, to establish an investigative committee to shed light on the operations of Croatian Forests. This rejection casts serious doubts on transparency and accountability in managing state assets.
What’s behind the rejection?
The proposal was prompted by claims of chronic losses and opaque management of Croatian Forests. Sandra Benčić from Možemo expressed offense that the former state commissioner for agriculture and forestry, Josip Dabro, refused to cooperate with the investigative committee. Dabro responded that he had said everything to the relevant institutions and had nothing more to add to the Parliament.
Why does this matter?
Croatian Forests are a key state resource, and their management directly impacts the environment, economy, and public finances. Chronic losses and lack of transparency may mean that public assets are not being used in the best interest of citizens.
Broader context – legislative changes and military
Besides rejecting the investigative committee, Parliament today adopted amendments to the textbook law allowing price adjustments based on economic conditions, and sent to second reading a package of defense laws that reintroduce mandatory basic military training lasting two months.
What now?
The rejection of the investigative committee leaves a bitter taste of irresponsibility and cover-up. Citizens deserve transparency and accountability, not political games and ignoring problems. Will anyone finally put an end to the opacity in managing state resources, or will we continue to watch public money being thrown away?
Your voice matters!
What do you think about this rejection? Is this another proof that politics protects interests, not citizens? Share your thoughts, because silence is not an option when it comes to our resources and future!
