The Croatian political party Most is pushing to secure constitutional protection for cash payments but has failed to gather enough parliamentary support for the initiative, citing lack of backing from major parties.
The political party Most in Croatia has officially announced its stance regarding the constitutional protection of cash payments, highlighting the necessity of safeguarding citizens' rights to choose their payment methods. Despite the significance of this issue, Most has not managed to obtain the required 31 parliamentary signatures to initiate constitutional amendments, as it has not received support from major political parties such as HDZ, SDP, and Možemo. This lack of collaboration underscores a deeper political divide regarding the prioritization of cash rights in today’s economy.
Most’s leader, Nikola Grmoja, emphasized the distinction between parties that view the right to cash as essential and those that consider it a lower priority. He argues that for many citizens, cash not only serves as a primary means of payment but is, for some, their only viable option. The party believes that constitutional protection of cash is fundamental to ensure that every Croatian citizen has the freedom to choose their preferred method of payment, reflecting broader concerns about financial inclusivity and accessibility.
In the absence of political momentum within the Croatian Parliament, Grmoja has urged citizens to rally behind this initiative. Most remains committed to advancing the 'Cash in the Constitution' campaign and is prepared to pursue a referendum should sufficient public support manifest. This issue represents not only a battle for legislative recognition but also a significant commentary on citizens’ rights amidst growing digitalization in payment systems, posing critical questions about financial sovereignty and the role of cash in society.
