Krešimir Sever Leads Croatian Social Partnership Office

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1. imenovati
   odrediti nekoga za određenu funkciju ili položaj ↩︎
2. voditelj  (m.)
   osoba koja vodi ili upravlja nečim ↩︎
3. iskusan
   koji ima puno iskustva u određenom području ↩︎
4. balansiran
   koji ima sklad ili ravnotežu ↩︎
5. poslodavac  (m.)
   osoba ili organizacija koja zapošljava radnike ↩︎
6. poboljšanje  (n.)
   činjenje nečega boljim ↩︎

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Text comprehension

Question 1: Who believes in Krešimir Sever’s abilities to improve dialogue?

Question 2: What is one of Krešimir Sever’s goals in his new role?

Vocabulary

Croatian	English
imenovati	appoint
voditelj  (m.)	leader
iskusan	experienced
balansiran	balanced
poslodavac  (m.)	employer
poboljšanje  (n.)	improvement

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The Croatian government has appointed Krešimir Sever as the head of the newly re-established Office for Social Partnership, a decision that signifies a strategic move towards strengthening dialogue between employers, employees, and the government. Sever, a seasoned trade unionist, previously led one of Croatia’s largest trade unions and is recognised for his balanced and constructive approach to negotiation.

Prime Minister Andrej Plenković announced the appointment, highlighting Sever’s vast experience and ability to foster productive discussions. Plenković emphasised that the government remains committed to enhancing social dialogue within the country, and Sever’s appointment is expected to further this mission. The prime minister underscored his belief that Sever will secure the support of all parties involved in this tripartite dialogue, referring to employers, unions, and the government.

Sever himself acknowledged the significance of his new role, expressing a commitment to advancing social partnership and dialogue across various levels in Croatia. He plans to mobilise local social councils and encourage greater collaboration between employers and unions. Part of his responsibilities will include ensuring effective negotiation frameworks and strengthening the position of the Economic and Social Council.

This appointment is a continuation of the government’s policy to balance work and family life. Previously, the government introduced the right to a free Sunday for workers, reflecting its ongoing efforts to improve conditions for both workers and employers in Croatia.

Throughout his career, Sever has been a staunch advocate for workers’ rights, often engaging directly with government policies to ensure fair outcomes. His return to a leadership position in the social partnership realm signals a renewed focus on collaborative governance, aiming for substantial improvements in labour relations in Croatia.

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