Friday, 10th October 2025

US Companies Invest Heavily in Croatia, Says Ambassador Nathalie Rayes

At a recent conference hosted by the American Chamber of Commerce in Croatia (AmCham), US Ambassador to Croatia Nathalie Rayes highlighted the significant investments American companies are making in the country

Speaking at a business lunch held at Zagreb’s Sheraton Hotel, Rayes revealed that over 100 American companies are investing approximately $820 million in Croatia.

“These investments are more than financial transactions. They represent a shared commitment to growth, innovation, and shared prosperity,” Rayes stated. She underscored the strengthening bond between the United States and Croatia, noting that the bilateral relationship has never been stronger.

Rayes highlighted Croatia’s significant achievements, including its memberships in NATO, the European Union, the Eurozone, and the Schengen area, with upcoming entry into the OECD. 

She pointed out that Croatia has also joined the American Visa Waiver Programme and the Global Entry Programme, facilitating easier travel between the two countries. Additionally, new treaties on mutual legal assistance and extradition are now operational, bolstering joint transatlantic security goals.

The ambassador also noted the surge in American tourism, with over 700,000 Americans visiting Croatia last year, marking a 33% increase compared to 2022. This tourism boom, coupled with cross-border investments and job creation, is part of a broader collaboration that includes significant advancements in sustainable energy. “Croatia and the USA are aligned on all major foreign policy and development projects and goals,” Rayes asserted, highlighting the depth and scope of the partnership.

Have a news tip or story to share? Email us at info@connectingregion.com

Photo sourceAmCham Croatia

Zuckerberg Predicts Mobile Phones Will Disappear by 2030

TThis is inevitable as new technologies like augmented reality (AR) glasses and virtual reality (VR) devices reshape how people...

ProCredit Launches ProConnect Platform

The platform is the first of its kind in the region, offering firms the ability to present their products...

Switzerland Tops Global Innovation Ranking, China Enters Top 10

China has entered the top 10 for the first time, taking the 10th spot and replacing Germany, which fell...

Meta, Google, Microsoft Pay Top AI Experts Up to $300K

Meta, Google, and Microsoft offer top researchers up to $300,000 annually—and up to $1.5M over four years. Meta recently...

World First: Albania Elevates AI to Ministerial Rank

In a world first, Albania has appointed an artificial intelligence system to ministerial rank. Prime Minister Edi Rama announced...
spot_img

Connecting the Adria Region Decision Makers

The Region is more than a publication - it's where the region's elite converge for insights and opportunities