Croatia sees growing opportunities for deepening cooperation with Beijing in green development as China enters a new stage of growth, the Croatian envoy said.
Croatian Ambassador to China Dario Mihelin highlighted sustainability as an increasingly important pillar of bilateral ties, saying the two countries are well-positioned to expand synergy in areas ranging from ecological conservation to clean energy.
"I've been here (in China) for several years, since the 13th Five-Year Plan (2016-20). This is my third five-year plan to follow," Mihelin told China Daily. "Certainly, in the niche (areas) of sustainable development and ecological transition, I sense a strong potential for cooperation between Croatia and China."
Dario Mihelin
As for sustainable development, "it's something that immediately brings us to reflect on the 15th Five-Year Plan (2026-30), with a strong focus on making this country more beautiful and healthier", the ambassador said, adding that the emphasis on green development offers new opportunities.
