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Zoran Milanović će imati novi mandat kao predsjednik Hrvatske. Pripreme za inauguraciju su u tijeku . Postoji napetost između predsjednika i vlade, jer neki političari neće prisustvovati događaju. Moguće lokacije inauguracije su Pantovčak ili Markov trg. Inauguracija će biti pred Miroslavom Šeparovićem i bit će održana po ustavu .

Translation

Zoran Milanović will begin a new term as President of Croatia. Preparations for the inauguration are underway. There is tension between the President and the government, as some politicians will not attend the event. Possible locations for the inauguration are Pantovčak or St. Mark's Square. The inauguration will take place before Miroslav Šeparović and will be conducted according to the constitution.

Exercise: Text comprehension

Question 1: Who is Zoran Milanović?

He is the president of Croatia.

Question 2: Why are some politicians not attending the inauguration?

There is tension between the president and the government.

Exercise: Vocabulary

(m.) - mandate

(f.) - inauguration

(m.) - course

(f.) - tension

- attend

(m.) - constitution

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▌15/01/2025

The impending inauguration of Croatian President Zoran Milanović has become a focal point for political debate in Croatia. The event is expected to follow the relatively modest style of his previous ceremony, reflecting Milanović's aversion to pomp and circumstance. Yet, as the day approaches, a myriad of tensions and uncertainties have come to the fore, especially concerning attendance and location.

The potential venue for the inauguration remains a topic of interest. Choices include the presidential office at Pantovčak or the historically significant Markov Trg. While Markov Trg is typically closed to the public for security reasons following an attack in 2020, it is technically open for public events like inaugurations. However, its use would require comprehensive security arrangements due to past incidents, making Pantovčak a more straightforward option.

Meanwhile, political tensions have flared as representatives from the ruling party, including Prime Minister Andrej Plenković and Speaker of Parliament Gordan Jandroković, have confirmed they will not attend the inauguration. This decision is rooted in ongoing conflicts with President Milanović, who has often been at odds with the government. Plenković cited Milanović's repeated constitutional violations as a reason for their absence, underscoring a deeper divide that sees Milanović accusing the government of constitutional violations as well.

Milanović's Inauguration Stirs Political Tensions in Croatia Milanović's Inauguration Stirs Political Tensions in Croatia (Illustration)

Despite these disputes, the inauguration ceremony is constitutionally required to proceed. It will be conducted before Miroslav Šeparović, the President of the Constitutional Court. Šeparović has emphasized his commitment to ensuring that the event takes place in a civilized manner, adhering to constitutional norms despite the complexities of the political landscape.

Amidst these developments, questions linger about the broader political implications of Milanović's second term. Some analysts regard the inauguration as a potential early indicator of future cooperation or contention between the presidency and government. The ceremony could act as a barometer for Milanović’s approach to bridging divides within Croatia's political framework.

As preparations for the inauguration continue, the focus remains on how these unresolved tensions might influence the event and any subsequent political discourse in Croatia. Political observers and the public alike will be watching to see if the ceremony can foster any initial signs of reconciliation between the conflicting branches of Croatian governance.

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