Thus, we have realised that we have to grow. We have to develop our products and programmes, so that we are ready for the near future when Croatia opens up to competition from foreign companies. This is what we are preparing for. The worst is behind us. The economy, however, remains overstretched for the time being.
Taxes are among the highest in the world, and the economy can barely cope with the burden.
In addition, capital for development is too expensive. In the final analysis, the high price of capital is paid by the consumer. Croatian products are significantly more expensive than other European ones. The state ought to provide more protection for Croatian companies. It is in our interest to survive and consolidate as a European company, something that is not easy to achieve at the moment.