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Economy
Prior to Croatia’s independence, it was the most prosperous region of Yugoslavia, with some of the major industries of the country concentrated in this belt. After the formation of the free state of Croatia in 1991, and the subsequent civil unrest, there has been a definite decline as far as the economy is concerned. Much of Croatia’s infrastructure has suffered due to the war, and a legacy of poor economic policies (a result of Croatia’s Communist past) have caused the country’s economy to go into a decline. A new government was formed in February 2000, and there are hopes that it will be able to implement effective reforms, which is really an urgent necessity.
Some facts
GDP: US$ 68.98 billion
GDP per capita: US$ 15,500
Annual Growth Rate: 5.8%
Inflation: 2.9%
Major industries: Chemicals, Plastics, Textiles, Electronics, Steel,
Fertilisers, Wood, Paper, Petroleum, Shipbuilding
Major Trading Partners: Slavonia, Austria, Germany, Italy,
Bosnia-Herzegovina
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Currency
Croatian kuna (EEK)
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Business Guide
Follow the standard rules of good behaviour and business practises. Those familiar with western business protocol will do well by adhering to them. So be punctual and polite – that always pays. Make appointments and keep them. Dress decently in business suits, shake hands on meeting, introduce the people accompanying you, exchange business cards and so on. Remember to deal with bureaucratic delays and red tape, step by step instead of losing one’s cool.
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