Croatian Prime Minister Visits Croatian Community in Hamilton, Canada

Croatian Prime Minister Andrej Plenković engaged with the vibrant Croatian diaspora in Hamilton, Canada, on June 23, 2026, marking a historic occasion as the first sitting Croatian Prime Minister to visit the North American nation. He was joined by Marijan Kustić, president of the Croatian Football Federation, and other dignitaries, including Croatian Ambassador to Canada Vico Skračić and Consul General Ante Jović.

During his address at the Croatian and Social Sports Center, Plenković expressed gratitude for the warm welcome and acknowledged the organizers and fellow officials. He emphasized the dual importance of his visit: the diplomatic milestone and the upcoming World Cup match where Croatia is set to play Panama in Toronto. "We all want success for the Croatian national team, I am sure Zlatko, Luka and all the other players will give their maximum. I believe they will make us happy," Plenković stated, referencing the team's past successes.

The Prime Minister also met with Mark Carney, whom he described as an exceptional politician and expert. The visit underscored the strong ties between Croatia and its global community, fostering a sense of national pride and shared identity, particularly in the context of international sporting events.

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We all want success for the Croatian national team, I am sure Zlatko, Luka and all the other players will give their maximum. I believe they will make us happy.