Croatian Teachers' Strike Threatens to Disrupt Crucial Matura Exams

Teachers' Strike Looms Over Croatian Matura Exams Croatia faces a potential crisis as teachers' unions threaten a strike coinciding with the crucial state Matura exams. The strike, planned for the end of the school year, could disrupt the final assessments for thousands of students. Zrinke Turlija, president of the Independent Union of Science and Education, expressed concerns about the lack of adequate compensation and working conditions, stating, "Every teacher's existence is important, and it's crucial to know what will happen at the start of the new school year." However, government officials remain confident that the Matura exams will proceed without interruption. Ivan Pavicic, a senior advisor to the Ministry of Education, asserted, "The National Center for External Evaluation has already ensured there will be no problems, even if a strike occurs." The situation remains tense as negotiations continue, leaving students and parents in a state of uncertainty. The coming week will be critical in determining the outcome of the dispute and its impact on the Matura exams.