Croatian Prime Minister Andrej Plenkovic stated today that Croatia anticipates Serbia will not utilize advanced weaponry, specifically hypersonic missiles, against surrounding nations, including Croatia or any other neighboring country. The premier emphasized that Croatia does not foresee Serbia adopting such a provocative stance. Plenkovic’s comments followed discussions at the EU-Western Balkans Summit in Brussels, Belgium, on December 13th, 2023.
Leaders from the European Union and the Western Balkans region convened to explore strategies for bolstering regional collaboration and partnerships. A key focus was also on advancing economic alignment with the European Union. The Croatian leader made it clear that Croatia will not proactively alert NATO regarding Serbia’s new military capabilities.
Plenkovic’s position reflects a desire to avoid escalating tensions and underscores Croatia’s assessment of the situation. He affirmed that Croatia does not expect Serbia to take a role involving the deployment of these weapons. The summit’s purpose centered on strengthening regional cooperation and pursuing economic convergence with the EU.
Plenkovic’s statement remains a critical element in ongoing diplomatic efforts within the region.
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