European Commission (EC) has adopted its annual programme for Croatia. In the course of 2004 the total aid for Croatia through CARDS programme will amount up to 76 million EUR.

Programme's priorities for Croatia are:

• A further advancement of democracy and rule of law in Croatia
• Contribution to the country's economic and social development
• Modernisation of state administration and other public institutions
• Support for sustainable management of natural resources

As of 17th/18th July, Croatia holds the status of candidate. As from 2005, Croatia will be eligible for using pre-accession instruments.

Croatia – Priorities of CARDS 2004 annual programme:

• Democratic stabilisation (17.5 M EUR)
• Economic and social development (17.75 M EUR)
• Law and internal affairs (21.85 M EUR)
• Advancement of administrative capacity (15.1 M EUR)
• Environment protection and natural resources (3.8 M EUR)

New calls:
- click http://www.delhrv.cec.eu.int/en/item2/topic_5.htm

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