publish time

31/03/2024

author name Arab Times

publish time

31/03/2024

Andrej Plenković (right) with Captain Hussein Al-Musallam.

KUWAIT CITY, March 31: The Prime Minister of Croatia, His Excellency Mr. Andrej Plenković, welcomed Captain Hussein Al-Musallam, President of World Aquatics, in a recent meeting.

During the encounter, Capt. Al-Musallam extended congratulations to Plenković on Croatia's water polo team securing gold in the 2024 World Championship, held in Doha, Qatar.

An agreement was reached during the discussions, stipulating Croatia's hosting of the World Masters Water Sports Championship in 2026. Prime Minister Andrej Plenković reaffirmed his government's unwavering support for sports, particularly water sports, highlighting Croatia's achievements in the Olympics and World Water Polo Championships.

Additionally, both parties endorsed a program advocating for swimming instruction from the age of 5 in schools, aimed at promoting children's health and fostering a foundation for sports participation.