Prime Minister Andrej Plenković announced during a press conference that the average salary in Croatia will reach 1600 euros by the end of his third term. He stated that consultations with employers and unions will take place in October to determine the new minimum wage, which currently stands at 1050 euros gross. Plenković emphasized that the government has consistently raised the minimum wage more than any previous government while ensuring sustainability for businesses, particularly those employing workers on minimum wages. Over the past decade, the minimum wage has increased by 134%, while average and median salaries have risen by over 100%. The prime minister also expressed satisfaction with the performance of the tourism sector this season, noting improved competitiveness compared to last year.
Bias read (Center): The article presents a straightforward statement from Prime Minister Plenković regarding economic policy goals and does not exhibit overtly biased language, one-sided sourcing, or omission of context. It reports on official announcements without apparent ideological framing.
