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As part of his official visit to the island of Hvar, Ambassador of India to Croatia, H.E. Mr. Arun Goel, met with the newly elected Mayor of Stari Grad, Mr. Vinko Vranjican, to explore avenues for deeper cooperation between India and this historic Dalmatian town.

Posted on: May 27, 2025 | Back | Print

Discussions focused on promoting cultural diplomacy, sustainable tourism, and youth and academic exchanges. Ambassador Goel highlighted the significance of Stari Grad’s UNESCO World Heritage status and expressed India’s interest in partnering on initiatives that celebrate heritage, wellness, and intercultural dialogue. The Ambassador proposed opportunities such as hosting Indian cultural events in Stari Grad (e.g. Indian Day with yoga, music & cuisine), screening Indian films and documentaries in collaboration with local institutions, leveraging India’s scholarship and training programmes (ITEC, ICCR) for skill development and capacity building in areas such as tourism, heritage preservation, and digital innovation.




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