Minister Žužul met in Zagreb the US Assistant Secretary of State Arthur E. Dewey

Minister Žužul informed Assistant Secretary of State Dewey about the Croatian government’s efforts and achievements so far regarding the return of the refugees, stressing the importance of achieving a sustainable return by creating favourable economic conditions in areas of return.

Assistant Secretary of State Dewey showed special interest in the progress of the Campaign for Reconciliation and Sustainable Return to Croatia, as well as the overall situation in the region and the effect of the refugees on the neighbouring countries. During his visit to Croatia, Arthur E. Dewey will also meet with Minister of Sea, Tourism, Transport and Development Božidar Kalmeta and visit several refugee return locations where he will meet hands-on with the issues of return, reconstruction and coexistence of the Croatian citizens.