According to a statement from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and European Integration, Jandrokovic and Leonetti described the relationship between Croatia and France as excellent and friendly, adding that it was additionally strengthened by the Croatian-French strategic partnership.

Jandrokovic thanked France for its active support to Croatia in the EU accession process. He informed his guest of all forthcoming activities in that area, notably the signing of the accession treaty and the holding of the referendum on Croatia's EU entry.

Leonetti congratulated the Croatian government on the successful completion of negotiations with the EU and on the successful implementation of reforms. He said that France would continue to support Croatia so it would become a full member of the EU in July 2013.

Leonetti highlighted the positive impact of Croatia on the region of Southeast Europe, praising the Croatian policy of promoting friendship, cooperation and good neighbourly relations.

The two officials said they were pleased that a Croatian Culture Festival would be held in France in the autumn of 2012, adding that it would further advance bilateral relations and particularly cultural ties between the two countries.

Also discussed was the EU's common security and defence policy and the situation in Southeast Europe and North Africa, notably the current situation in Libya, the statement said.