Croatia starts NATO accession talks

21/04/2008

BRUSSELS, Belgium -- Following an invitation earlier this month, Croatia starts the first round of its NATO accession talks on Monday (April 21st), with membership expected in a year. During this first round, political and military issues will be discussed, along with the country's progress in meeting NATO membership criteria. The second round will focus on technical issues and funds the country should contribute to the Alliance's budget. (MIA - 21/04/08; HRT, Vecernji List - 20/04/08)