"I can assess it as a fair speech in which he gave several essential messages, the most important being that we should cooperate and work to Croatia's benefit regardless of political differences and different world views," Jandrokovic said.
"I think it's a good start and hope President Milanovic's term will pass in that spirit."
Jandrokovic said he did not find it contentious that Milanovic opted for a minimalist inauguration and an unpretentious speech. "That's his decision, he's the president, he won the confidence of citizens and that nees to be respected."
Although he often argued with Milanovic when the latter served as prime minister, Jandrokovic said he hoped the cooperation now would be fair and that both would keep their positions and views on life and politics.
"I hope for a fair cooperation, which is the task and obligation of all of us holding a senior office. Regardless of different political preferences, we have to cooperate. The people expect that of us and I hope we will abide by that."