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OK announces its first summer school "Foundations of liberal democracy", scheduled for August 1-6, 2010 on the beautiful island of Korcula. Distinguished lecturers will discuss the central questions of the democratic order in contemporary Europe. Is democracy in crisis? What does entry into the EU mean for Croatia? These are some of the questions our summer school will address.
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The Last Supper in Zagreb

After being on display in Buenos Aires, Argentina and visited by 2 million people, COK is pleased to organize the opening of a unique work of art The Last Supper in Zagreb. This hyper-realistic creation of Christ and the 12 apostles in natural dimensions is the work of the renowned Croatian artist Zvonimir Mihanovic. The event is scheduled for April 1, 2010 (Holy Thursday), at 4:00 pm, on the main square Ban Josip Jelacic in the heart of Zagreb.
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The Fall of Communism in Europe: 1989-2009 – 20 Years Later

COK hosted an international conference on December 4, 2009 in Zagreb to mark the 20th anniversary of the fall of Communism in Europe. The event featured Lech Walesa, former president of Poland and Nobel laureate. Croatian minister of culture Bozo Biskupic spoke on behalf of the government. The event was attended by 20 ambassadors accredited to Croatia.
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Appointment

COK President Stjepo Bartulica was named special advisor for religious affairs in the cabinet of Croatian President dr. Ivo Josipovic.

 

Remarks by Dr. Robin Harris, October 16, 2009 in Split

It is a great privilege to speak to this distinguished business audience. I love Croatia – Sava, Drava, Danube, all of this beautiful country. But I know Dalmatia best, and I take the liberty of telling a cautionary tale with some lessons for today. Read more

 

Dr. Robin Harris, member of the Center's board, honored by
Croatian President Mesic

Dr. Ivica Tomic, Croatian Ambassador to the United Kingdom, presented in London on Thursday 9 July 2009 the Order of the Croatian Morning Star with
the image of Marko Marulic to Dr. Robin Harris. The honour was awarded by President Mesic for Dr Harris's special contribution to the development of cultural links between Great Britain and Croatia.
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Forum: The Global Financial Crisis: What does it mean for Croatia?

The Forum represents an international gathering devoted to the current financial crisis and possible consequences for Croatia.
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