In this message, the Sovereign expresses His warm congratulations and His best wishes of full success to Milanovic in his presidential duties and his endeavours to lead the Croatian people towards further progress and prosperity.

"I should like to say how satisfied I am with the special relations rooted in friendship and cooperation between our countries. I therefore look forward to continuing to work with Your Excellency to strengthen our ties in all sectors of common interest, an thus fulfil our people's aspirations," HM the King points out.