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The Ministry complained, asking for the cancellation of the project for the Maksimir Stadium: "The rules were not the same for everyone"
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The Ministry complained, asking for the cancellation of the project for the Maksimir Stadium: "The rules were not the same for everyone"

The Ministry of Economy, led by Minister Ante Šušnjar, has formally filed a complaint with the State Commission for Public Procurement Control (DKOM) challenging the results of a tender for the new Maksimir stadium and the SRC Svetice project. The ministry alleges that the same rules were not applied consistently to all 88 participants, suggesting potential irregularities in the procurement process. Šušnjar emphasized that while aesthetic preferences should not dictate the outcome, architectural expertise should guide design decisions, but legal compliance must also be upheld. He stated that the ministry seeks the annulment of the decision, a legally mandated review, and a halt to further contract negotiations until the issue is resolved. Šušnjar stressed that the investment exceeds 200 million euros and that the state has a legal duty to act if there are serious legal grounds for concern.

The Croatian Ministry of Economy has filed an official complaint with the State Commission for Control of Public Procurement Processes (DKOM), challenging the outcome of the tender process for the new Maksimir stadium. Minister of Economy Ante Šušnjar announced this move on social media platform X, stating that his ministry's analysis uncovered serious indications of irregularities during the competition. The ministry seeks the annulment of the decision regarding the Maksimir project and a legal review of the process, citing concerns over whether all participants were treated equally under the same rules. According to Šušnjar, the ministry’s legal assessment suggests that the winning solution deviates from key conditions outlined in the tender and differs from the official responses provided to competitors during the process. He emphasized that if the ministry asked others to adhere to the rules, then the winner should have been held to the same standards. The ministry is requesting the annulment of the decision and a legally valid reassessment of the process. Should equality among all participants fail to be established, the ministry is seeking the cancellation of the entire tender. Šušnjar noted that public reaction, fans, and those engaged in recent discussions about the new Maksimir stadium prompted the ministry to scrutinize not just the winning design but the entire selection process. He acknowledged that there was much to see in the findings. The ministry used its legal authority to file the complaint with DKOM against the decision on the results of the tender for the new Maksimir stadium and Sports and Recreation Center Svetice. Šušnjar stated that he does not wish to engage in debates about whether the stadium is beautiful or ugly, emphasizing that architectural matters should be addressed by the relevant professional community. However, as a lawyer and minister responsible for public procurement policy, he feels compelled to raise questions about the process before DKOM. The ministry’s analysis indicated serious indications that the same rules did not apply to all 88 participants. According to the legal evaluation of the ministry, there are elements suggesting that the winning solution deviates from key conditions of the tender and from the official responses given to competitors during the process. Šušnjar pointed out that if the ministry required others to abide by the rules, then the winner should also have followed them. The complaint raises additional questions about how technical, professional, and financial aspects of individual solutions were checked prior to making the decision. He stressed that an independent body will decide on the ministry's arguments, but highlighted that when dealing with an investment worth more than 200 million euros in public funds, it is the ministry's legal duty to respond when there are serious legal reasons. Šušnjar mentioned that the ministry is requesting the annulment of the decision and a legally valid reassessment and evaluation. If the equality of all participants can no longer be established, the ministry is seeking the cancellation of the tender itself. Until a decision is made on the complaint, the ministry is asking for the suspension of further contract negotiations for the project. Šušnjar noted that the new Maksimir stadium has been awaited for decades and that a few weeks of legal review would not threaten it. However, starting a project worth more than 200 million euros without answers to the question of whether everyone played by the same rules would pose a greater threat. He concluded with the Latin adage "Quod ab initio vitiosum est, non potest tractu temporis convalescere," meaning that what is flawed at the beginning cannot be strengthened through time. Prime Minister Andrej Plenković commented on the ministry's action, noting that it was expected. He addressed the public's attention to the ministry's challenge to the results of the public tender for the new Maksimir stadium. The ministry officially filed a complaint with DKOM regarding the decision on the results of the tender for the new Maksimir stadium and Sports and Recreation Center Svetice. Šušnjar stated that the ministry has submitted a formal complaint to DKOM concerning the decision on the results of the tender for the new Maksimir stadium and Sports and Recreation Center Svetice, asserting that there are serious indications that during the tender, the same rules did not apply to all 88 participants. Šušnjar emphasized that the profession must have the final word, architectural when discussing architecture and legal when discussing the legality of the procedure. The ministry has formally complained about the new Maksimir stadium and is seeking the suspension of the project, stating that they suspect not all participants played by the same rules. The ministry has filed a formal complaint with DKOM regarding the decision on the results of the tender for the new Maksimir stadium and Sports and Recreation Center Svetice. Šušnjar stated that the ministry has submitted a formal complaint to DKOM concerning the decision on the results of the tender for the new Maksimir stadium and Sports and Recreation Center Svetice, asserting that there are serious indications that during the tender, the same rules did not apply to all 88 participants.

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Slobodna Dalmacija logoSlobodna DalmacijaIndependentCenter4 hr. ago
The Ministry filed a complaint: "We have indications of what happened at the competition, we ask for the annulment of the decision on Maxim! "

The Ministry of Economy has filed an official complaint with the State Commission for Control of Public Procurement Processes (DKOM) regarding the tender process for the new stadium at Maksimir. Minister Ante Šušnjar announced this action on social media platform X, stating that their analysis indicates serious indications of irregularities in the procurement procedure. The ministry is seeking the annulment of the decision related to the Maksimir stadium project. This development suggests potential issues with transparency or fairness in the selection process for the stadium construction.

Bias read (Center): The article reports on a formal complaint by the Ministry of Economy regarding a public procurement process, which is a politically sensitive issue involving allegations of irregularities. However, the article does not exhibit clear bias in its framing, as it presents the fact that the ministry has

Jutarnji list logoJutarnji listIndependentProgressive5 hr. ago
Shushnjar: "We have serious indications of what happened at the competition, we ask for the annulment of the decision on Maxim! "

Ministar gospodarstva Ante Šušnjar objavio je na društvenoj mreži X svoju reakciju na natječaj za izgradnju novog stadiona na Maksimiru. Njegovo ministarstvo podnijelo je službenu žalbu Državnoj komisiji za kontrolu postupaka javne nabave (DKOM), prema informacijama iz Jutarnjega lista. Šušnjar je istaknuo da su njihove analize pokazale 'ozbiljne indikacije' koji sugeriraju nepravilnosti u procesu, te traže poništenje odluke o projektu.

Bias read (Progressive): Činjenica da je ministar gospodarstva podnio službenu žalbu i izrazio sumnju prema odluci o projektu sugeriše političku agresivnost u pristupu prema vlastitim institucijama. Iako nije direktno kritiziran državni organ, ton izraza 'ozbiljne indikacije' i traženje poništenja odluke pokazuju tendenciju

Novi list logoNovi listIndependentCenter5 hr. ago
The Ministry complained, asking for the cancellation of the project for the Maksimir Stadium: "The rules were not the same for everyone"

The Ministry of Economy, led by Minister Ante Šušnjar, has formally filed a complaint with the State Commission for Public Procurement Control (DKOM) challenging the results of a tender for the new Maksimir stadium and the SRC Svetice project. The ministry alleges that the same rules were not applied consistently to all 88 participants, suggesting potential irregularities in the procurement process. Šušnjar emphasized that while aesthetic preferences should not dictate the outcome, architectural expertise should guide design decisions, but legal compliance must also be upheld. He stated that the ministry seeks the annulment of the decision, a legally mandated review, and a halt to further contract negotiations until the issue is resolved. Šušnjar stressed that the investment exceeds 200 million euros and that the state has a legal duty to act if there are serious legal grounds for concern.

Bias read (Center): While the article discusses a politically sensitive issue involving public procurement and a major infrastructure project, the framing remains balanced. It presents both the concerns raised by the ministry and the broader implications for fairness and legality. There is no overt ideological slant, a

HRT (Hrvatska radiotelevizija) logoHRT (Hrvatska radiotelevizija)State / PublicCenter5 hr. ago
Shushnjar: MINGO asks for the decision on the new Maximir stadium to be annulled

Minister of Economy Ante Šušnjar announced that the Ministry has used its legal authority to file an official complaint with the DKOM regarding the decision on the results of the tender for the new Maksimir stadium and SRC Svetice. The ministry is requesting the annulment of the decision and a lawful re-evaluation and assessment.

Bias read (Center): The article reports on a minister's statement regarding a formal complaint against a decision related to a public project. It presents the action taken by the government without apparent ideological framing or biased language.

tportal logotportalIndependentCenter5 hr. ago
Andrej Plenković addressed the public, commenting on the move of his minister: 'It is expected'

Prime Minister Andrej Plenković addressed the public regarding a recent move by his minister, commenting that such actions were expected. He specifically referred to the Ministry of Economy's complaint about the results of a public tender for the new Maksimir stadium. The statement suggests that Plenković was responding to criticism or controversy surrounding the tender process, possibly indicating dissatisfaction with how the project was handled.

Bias read (Center): The article reports on a political figure addressing a public issue related to a government ministry's action. There is no clear ideological framing or biased language; the content appears balanced and factual, focusing on the prime minister's response rather than taking a stance on the matter.

Index.hr logoIndex.hrIndependentCenter5 hr. ago
The Ministry has officially complained about the new Maxim

The Ministry of Economy, led by Minister Ante Šušnjar, has announced that it has filed a formal complaint with the State Commission for Procurement Control (DKOM) regarding the decision on the results of the tender for the new Maksimir stadium and the SRC Svetice project. The complaint suggests dissatisfaction with the outcome of the procurement process, potentially indicating disputes over transparency, fairness, or compliance with regulations. This action highlights ongoing concerns about the management and oversight of public procurement projects in Croatia. The situation underscores the potential for bureaucratic conflict and the need for clear regulatory frameworks in large-scale infrastructure developments.

Bias read (Center): The article presents a factual report on the filing of a complaint by the Ministry of Economy against a procurement decision. There is no overt ideological framing or emphasis on specific political agendas. The tone remains neutral, focusing solely on the procedural aspects of the complaint. As such

Net.hr logoNet.hrIndependentProgressive5 hr. ago
The shoemaker has filed an appeal, seeking the annulment of the decision for Maksimir!

Šušnjar, vlasnik nekretnine u Maksimiru, podnio je žalbu na odluku koja određuje pravila za izgradnju, tvrdeći da su 'nisi svi igrali po istim pravilima'. U svojoj izjavi, naglašava razliku između stručne i pravne perspektive, sugerirajući da je proces bio nepravildan. Nema detaljnog objašenja o konkretnim prekršajima ili pravnim osnovama žalbe.

Bias read (Progressive): Iako se ne radi o direktnom političkom sukobu, izraz 'nisu svi igrali po istim pravilima' sugeriše kritiku sistema koji vidi kao nepravedan, često vezan uz lijevo-orijentiranu kritiku institucionalnih procesa. Istraživački ton i naglašavanje nepravilnosti u procesu ukazuju na levi naglasak.

Jutarnji list logoJutarnji listIndependentProgressive5 hr. ago
Shushnjar: "We have serious indications of what happened at the competition, we ask for the annulment of the decision on Maxim! "

Ministar gospodarstva Ante Šušnjar objavio je na društvenoj mreži X da je njegovo ministarstvo podnijело službenu žalbu Državnoj komisiji za kontrolu postupaka javne nabave (DKOM) u vezi s natječajem za novi stadion na Maksimiru. Objasnio je da su njihove analize pokazale 'ozbiljne indicije' koji ukazuju na probleme s procesom, te traže poništenje odluke o projektu.

Bias read (Progressive): The article frames the minister's actions as a legitimate challenge to the procurement process, emphasizing the seriousness of the allegations. The focus on the ministry's formal complaint and the call for revoking the decision suggests a critical stance toward the current decision-makers, aligning更

tportal logotportalIndependentProgressive6 hr. ago
Minister Shushnjar: 'We have filed a complaint against the new Maxim, there are serious indications...'

The Ministry of Economy has filed a complaint with the State Commission for Procurement Control (DKOM) regarding the decision on the results of the tender for the new Maksimir stadium and the Svetice sports-and-recreational center. Minister of Economy Ante Šušnjar claims there are serious indications that during the competition, the same rules were not applied to all 88 participants.

Bias read (Progressive): The article frames the complaint as a legitimate challenge to the fairness of the procurement process, implying potential corruption or unfair advantage. The emphasis on 'serious indications' suggests skepticism toward the integrity of the tender process, which aligns with a left-leaning perspective

Dnevnik.hr logoDnevnik.hrIndependentCenter6 hr. ago
Shushnjar appealed against the decision on the Maksimir Stadium and wants to stop the project: "We suspect that not everyone played by the same rules"

The Ministry of Economy has appealed the decision regarding the tender process for the new Maksimir Stadium and SRC Svetice, according to Minister of Economy Ante Šušnjar's statement on social media platform X. The ministry expressed concerns that not all parties involved followed the same rules during the process. This appeal suggests potential issues with transparency or fairness in the selection procedure for the stadium project. The situation highlights ongoing controversies around public procurement and infrastructure development in Croatia.

Bias read (Center): The article reports on an official statement regarding a government appeal in a public procurement process. It does not exhibit clear bias through loaded language, one-sided sourcing, or omission of context. The framing remains neutral, focusing on the reported actions of the Ministry of Economy.

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