Croatia and Israel have started talks on travel and protocols for tourists from the two countries, Tourism and Sports Minister, Nikolina Brnjac, said on Friday, adding that she was "hopeful that an agreement would soon be reached."

Brnjac and Israeli Ambassador Ilan Mor met on Thursday to discuss travel protocols between the two countries, with the aim of reaching an agreement that would facilitate travel for tourists from both countries during the pandemic.

According to state agency Hina, Brnjac “expressed satisfaction” with the meeting, at which she “informed the ambassador of other activities of her ministry,” including a website titled Stay Safe in Croatia which provides visitors with up to date information on locations and coronavirus restrictions in force.