Croatian Prime Minister Andrej Plenković presented the eighth package of aid measures for citizens and the economy to employers, trade unions, and other partners. The government announced on its website that it will adopt the package at this week’s session.

"In the context of the energy crisis, the government will continue to stand firmly by citizens and businesses, ensuring the stable functioning of counties, cities, and municipalities while keeping energy prices affordable," the statement reads, without providing specific details about the package.

It is noted that the previous seven aid packages amounted to a total of eight billion euros, helping to protect citizens, maintain social cohesion, and ensure the normal operation of the economy amid multiple crises.

"Through constructive social dialogue, we remain focused on further improving the living standards of Croatian citizens and enhancing the competitiveness of our economy," the government added.

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At the meeting with Prime Minister Plenković, representatives of key economic and labor organizations were present, including the Croatian Chamber of Commerce, the Croatian Chamber of Trades and Crafts, the Croatian Agricultural Chamber, the Croatian Employers' Association, as well as major trade unions and associations for pensioners and people with disabilities.

Earlier, Plenković also met with representatives of Croatian counties, city associations, and municipal organizations.

He shared updates from these meetings on the platform X (formerly Twitter).