EU Presidency Upbeat about Croatia's EU Bid Despite Slovenia Snag

Brussels, 30 October - Croatia was unable to open four policy chapters in its negotiations on EU accession Thursday due to reservations by Slovenia, but the French EU presidency said it was optimistic that once Slovenia formed a new government, a solution for Croatia's disputed negotiating positions would be found quickly.

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