The preliminary results of the parliamentary elections held on Sunday in Croatia indicate that the nationalist party will regain power by obtaining a majority of votes. With 90% of the total votes counted, the Croatian Democratic Union (HDZ) has secured at least 61 seats in the upcoming parliament. Reports suggest that the allies of this party, which consist of a coalition of smaller parties, will allocate a total of 73 seats out of 140 to the HDZ. It is expected that one of the coalitions led by the ruling left-wing Social Democrats will secure 63 seats. Ivo Sanader, the leader of the HDZ, has already declared victory. Mr. Sanader stated that his party is no longer the isolated nationalist party of President Franjo Tuđman’s era in the 1990s.
Preliminary Results of Parliamentary Elections on Sunday in Croatia - 2003-11-24
The preliminary results of Croatia's parliamentary elections show the nationalist Croatian Democratic Union (HDZ) regaining power with at least 61 seats. Ivo Sanader, the party leader, claims victory and emphasizes a shift from the party's past image. This election is significant as it reflects changing political dynamics in Croatia.
👥 Key Players
📰 What Happened
The preliminary results of Croatia's parliamentary elections show the nationalist HDZ regaining power with a majority of seats. Ivo Sanader has declared victory, indicating a shift from the party's past image.
- HDZ secured at least 61 seats in the parliament.
- A coalition with smaller parties will provide HDZ a total of 73 seats out of 140.
💡 Why It Matters
📚 Background
Croatia has undergone significant political changes since the 1990s, moving from a nationalist regime to a more diverse political landscape. The HDZ's past association with President Franjo Tuđman adds historical weight to its current political stance.
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