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Croatian, spoken by approximately 5.5 million people, is the official language of Croatia and one of the official languages of Bosnia and Herzegovina. This South Slavic language has a rich literary and cultural tradition. Economically, Croatian is gaining importance with Croatia's integration into the European Union. The country is a major player in Mediterranean tourism and is developing sectors such as information technology, maritime industry, and renewable energy. Linguistically, Croatian uses the Latin alphabet and is characterized by complex accentuation and rich grammar. The language is known for its linguistic purity, often creating its own neologisms rather than borrowing foreign words. Professional opportunities are developing in tourism, financial services, translation, and regional trade. Croatia's strategic position on the Adriatic coast makes it an important bridge between Central and Mediterranean Europe. Culturally, Croatian provides access to a unique heritage: medieval Glagolitic literature, Ragusan Renaissance, Dalmatian folklore, and dynamic contemporary culture.