Lecture by H.E. Mr. Fabien Fieschi, Ambassador of France

On Thursday, 15 January 2026, at 11:30 a.m., the Catholic University of Croatia will host H.E. Mr Fabien Fieschi, Ambassador of the French Republic to the Republic of Croatia.

As part of the event, Mr Fieschi will deliver a lecture on Franco–Croatian cooperation, both in the European context and in the context of higher education. We also announce the participation of the Director of the French Institute in Croatia, Ms Jeanne de Wendel, who will present the work and activities of the Institute, while representatives of the Embassy will present scholarships of the French Government and opportunities for studying in France. The event will be held in English.

Below is the detailed programme:

• Lecture: Franco–Croatian Cooperation: the European Context and Higher Education – H.E. Mr Fabien Fieschi
• Presentation of the work and activities of the French Institute in Croatia – Director of the Institute, Ms Jeanne de Wendel
• Presentation of scholarships of the Government of the French Republic – Ms Jasna Bas, Attaché for University and Scientific Cooperation
• Experiences of studying and living in France – Assoc. Prof. Ines Sabotič, PhD, University Department of History, Catholic University of Croatia
• Perceptions of France and cultural differences – video by students of the graduate programme in Communication Studies, Journalism and Intercultural Communication track