We are committed to the protection of minority rights defenders who play a vital role in promoting the rights of the communities they serve. Croatia believes that a safe and an enabling environment in which all minority rights defenders carry out their work must be free from threats, violence or any form of harassment. Promoting minority rights leads to stability and peace while reaffirming the principles of the UN Declaration on Minority Rights. Croatia remains committed to the protection of minority rights; nationally, within the European Union as well as in the world. Thank you.