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Andrej Plenković administration tenure and activities

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Croatian Prime Minister Andrej Plenković is marking ten years in office, having first been elected by the Sabor on October 19, 2016. His tenure has been defined by milestones such as Croatia’s entry into the Schengen Area and the eurozone, alongside major infrastructure projects including the Pelješac Bridge, the Učka tunnel, the Vc corridor, and LNG terminal investments. Reflecting on a decade of managing crises and earthquake recovery, Plenković has highlighted economic indicators such as improved credit ratings, increased wages, and record employment levels. He has also emphasized strategic investments in defense and security, specifically noting the acquisition of Rafale fighter jets and the modernization of police and firefighting services. While the administration cites these achievements, opposition leaders continue to provide scrutiny. Sandra Benčić of the Možemo! party has raised concerns regarding the “capture of public services and institutions,” specifically questioning the independence of media outlets like HRT, while the retired citizens' party (BUZ) has questioned the impact of inflation on living standards. Critics have also raised questions regarding his adherence to the Constitution, specifically concerning Article 1, which states that power derives from the people. Recent commentary has questioned whether Plenković’s stated ambitions to change both the HDZ party and the country of Croatia exceed his constitutional mandate and personal legitimacy. Recent developments indicate escalating tensions within the ruling coalition between Plenković and Homeland Movement (DP) leader Ivan Penava. Following friction regarding the state budget, Penava announced in Osijek that a candidate has been identified to replace Tomislav Bilandžić as state secretary in the Ministry of the Interior (MUP). ~~While~~ Penava expects the appointment to be finalized following discussions with the ~~HDZ, he stated that the DP intends to remain in government~~ HDZ. He also detailed a coalition agreement to ~~pursue goals such as establishing~~ establish a new public institution and memorial area ~~for~~ dedicated to victims of the communist regime. ~~Penava emphasized a commitment to preventing opposition parties, such as Možemo!, from taking power.~~

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