Challenges and Opportunities for Croatian Islands in the European Union

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Croatian islands face unique socio-economic challenges within the EU, requiring a balance between tradition and modernity. The islands demand attention for sustainable development, equitable governance, and preserving their distinctive features. Initiatives like reducing VAT, supporting cooperatives, and enhancing island competitiveness can aid in their survival and prosperity.

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udruga za razvitak hrvatskih otoka The situation and status of Croatian islands in the EU Situation and status of Croatian islands in the EU

Poloaj i status hrvatskih otoka u EU Each island is a small world of its own, which in addition to individual natural features has its socio- economic peculiarities. In order to preserve their characteristics, the future of the islands requires that modernity. we marry tradition and For years, we warn that the conditions of life on the islands must be that the mechanisms of government, whether central, regional conditions for the islanders or local, ensure equal

Poloaj i status hrvatskih otoka u EU Islands are dying as a place of human life. Islands are becoming prisoners of individuals, specific island or island-terrestrial group. We need to define a new vision for the development of the island, restore pride among island residents This is a reflection of a sense of pride which the islanders have. We need to develop encouraging them to believe that their values and beliefs are correct the longer run, and to stand up for them. islanders s resilience by

Poloaj i status hrvatskih otoka u EU Are we sufficiently interested in the development and survival of our islands?

Poloaj i status hrvatskih otoka u EU What do we do?

Poloaj i status hrvatskih otoka u EU cooperatives for joint approach to the EU reduce contribute to the island's employers or subsidize taxes and reduced employers fares for island ferries

Poloaj i status hrvatskih otoka u EU reduction of VAT on the islands from 25 to "tourist rate" of 13% Reduction competitiveness of island products (island economy) in VAT would certainly increase the The islanders are using sustainable development because they are aware of their isolation, limited opportunities and responsibilities

Poloaj i status hrvatskih otoka u EU The islanders do not need to have their life made easier", they should have "equality of opportunity" and the possibility of developing their lives they were on land. in a way as if Life on the island, this priceless and valuable gift, either by birth or choice, must not be an obstacle to the development of all the aspirations that modern man has.