It is extremely important for Croatia to attract export-oriented foreign direct investments since these types of investments bring inclusion in global value chains, job creation, transfer of new technologies, knowledge, and method of work, which additionally results in growth of productivity and competitiveness of the economy. AmCham believes that, as a prerequisite for attracting such investments, it is necessary to improve organizations and processes of working with investors, the Investment Promotion Act, the preparation, and availability of information for potential investors, and to improve promotional activities. The positive economic results of the comparable countries of New Europe clearly show that foreign direct investment directed to export markets is indispensable for achieving accelerated and stable economic growth and approaching the average development of the European Union.

AmCham's proposals and recommended additional activities to attract foreign direct investment are quick and easy to implement, they are in line with the National Development Strategy and would make a direct contribution to achieving the goals set in it. AmCham thus continues its continuous commitment to improving the business environment and increasing investment in Croatia.

Proposals for Determining the Strategic Guidelines of the Multiannual Financial Framework for the Digitalization of Croatia were also presented focusing on digitalization as a way to stimulate recovery, competitiveness and growth of the Croatian economy. They refer to four key elements: connectivity, digital transformation of public and private sector,  digital skills development and infrastructure (data centers, IoT).

Recommendations for the adoption of the Act on Electromobility and Alternative Fuels and the programming of electromobility projects into the EU Multiannual Financial Framework was also the topic discussed at the meeting. The issue of electromobility in Croatia is currently dislocated in several institutions and several legislative solutions, and AmCham therefore proposes defining the Croatian national law on electromobility and alternative fuels based on Polish legislation, adapted to national specifics, within which this topic would be regulated.