PRESIDENT TUDJMAN TAKS WALK IN CENTRAL ZAGREB SQUARE

ZAGREB, May 29 (Hina) - After attending Mass for the Homeland in Zagreb's Church of St. Mark on Saturday, Croatian President Franjo Tudjman went for a walk in the main Ban Jelacic Square. He was accompanied by his wife Ankica and associates. Statehood Day is the most important holiday in Croatia, a symbol of establishment of the Croatian state, freedom and democracy, President Tudjman said during the walk. "It is necessary to develop in every citizen the awareness that the fate of the whole nation depends on us alone", he added. The President called for the unity of all Croatian citizens with the aim of preserving the economic stability and the state's political independence. There is no reason for concern because the state is still pulling the strings, he added. This year's celebrations of Statehood Day are moderate so that an example could be set for all citizens regarding the need for saving. "Being aware of their victory, but also of the problems of the Croatian state, the Croatian people can be certain of a better future", Tudjman said. During his walk, President Tudjman often stopped for short conversation with citizens who approached him. (hina) rml