🇭🇷 Election Fever in Croatia! The stage is set for an epic showdown as Croatia's presidential election heads to a thrilling runoff on January 12. No candidate snagged over half the votes in Sunday's election, so it's game on! 🗳️🔥
With a whopping 99.88% of votes counted, incumbent President Zoran Milanovic, backed by the Social Democratic Party, took the lead with 49.10%. So close, yet so far! 😱 His main rival, Dragan Primorac of the ruling Croatian Democratic Union, secured 19.35%, according to the Croatian State Election Commission (SEC).
Under Croatian law, if no one gets the magic 50%, the top two contenders gear up for a head-to-head battle two weeks later. Get ready for Round Two! 🥊
Milanovic, the current prez, told his supporters, \"I believe that in two weeks we will celebrate victory.\" Confidence level: 💯!
On the flip side, Primorac, a 59-year-old doctor and scientist making a political comeback after 15 years, is all about unity, family values, and patriotism. He called the runoff \"a great opportunity,\" saying, \"Milanovic and I will be one on one, so we will see who knows what and represents what.\" Sounds like the gloves are off! 🥊🇭🇷
This election vibes with a backdrop of economic challenges, as Croatia, the EU and NATO member with 3.8 million folks, grapples with high inflation and a labor shortage. Tough times, but Croatians are known for their resilience! 💪
The winner will serve a five-year term, with the chance for one re-election. So, who will get the final rose? 🌹 Stay tuned!
Mark your calendars for January 12! This is one political drama you don't want to miss. 😎📅
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
