ZAGREB, June 23 (Hina) - President Stjepan Mesic on Saturday issued a message extending his best wishes to Croatian citizens on the occasion of Statehood Day, saying that on that day Croatians are remembering 25 June 1991, when the
national parliament adopted a declaration proclaiming a sovereign and independent Republic of Croatia.
ZAGREB, June 23 (Hina) - President Stjepan Mesic on Saturday
issued a message extending his best wishes to Croatian citizens on the occasion
of Statehood Day, saying that on that day Croatians are remembering 25 June
1991, when the national parliament adopted a declaration proclaiming a
sovereign and independent Republic of Croatia. "That is one of the
most important dates in Croatia's history, and this year we celebrate it along
with the 15th anniversary of Croatia's recognition by the international
community and admission to the United Nations," Mesic said in the message.
The president expressed gratitude to all who participated in the
restoration of Croatia's independence, its defence and liberation.
The Republic of Croatia today is a stable and developed democracy with
a clear prospect of EU membership. That is a guarantee of a safe and prosperous
future of our state and its citizens, the message read.