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UNCLAS SECTION 01 OF 02 ZAGREB 000459 
 
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DEPT FOR NP/ECC PVANSON, ACHURCH AND JMCCLELLAN; DEPT FOR EUR/ACE 
DMARTIN; CBP/INA FOR PWARKER; USDOE/NNSA FOR TPERRY; DOC FOR 
PETERSEN-BEARD 
 
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SUBJECT: EXBS: CROATIA/SLOVAKIA/SLOVENIA ADVISOR MONTHLY REPORTING 
CABLE - APRIL 2007 
 
 
¶1.  SITE ASSESSMENTS AND MEETINGS 
 
Croatia 
 
----14-15 April, attended the Chemical Weapons Convention (CWC) 
Customs Authorities Workshop in Cavtat.  As requested, a 
presentation was made on the topic of "The Role of Customs in 
Achieving Effective Enforcement Export Controls".  This theme was 
reinforced by the follow-up German Customs presentation detailing 
how their mandate for effective export controls produced legislative 
change proving Customs essential criminal investigative authority. 
This workshop was less a training event than a venue to explore and 
inspire a more dynamic worldwide role for Customs authorities toward 
achievement of effective export controls. 
 
 
 
----16 April, attended the opening of the Fourth World Congress on 
Chemical, Biological and Radiological Terrorism and Chemical 
Biological Medical Treatments Symposia (CMBTS) series in Cavtat, 
sponsored by the Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical 
Weapons (OPCW) and Applied Science and Analysis (ASA), speaking on 
the topic of "Incentives for Industry - Government Outreach".  The 
symposium was well attended by a broad international spectrum 
representing both the government and private sector. 
 
----17 April, met with the Ministry of Interior (MoI), Head of 
Split-Dalmatia Border Police (BP) Department and the Split Passenger 
Terminal BP Commander and staff to discuss continuing security 
needs. Many of the points discussed related to a recent incident in 
which the police successfully thwarted an organized crime attempt to 
plant a bomb aboard one of the ferries. In order to meet such 
security challenges the police stated the proposed X-ray screening 
unit should be portable for use between terminals to screen both 
embarking and debarking passengers.  Additionally, the use of 
detection canines was among the options considered for effective 
screening of embarking and debarking vehicles.  It was acknowledged 
that although a potential DOD donor has been identified, any 
donation offer must first be formerly proposed and accepted by the 
ministry.  While the police appreciate the effectiveness of canines, 
the ministry must evaluate that feasibility, particularly assignment 
location, environment and use, along with the commitment for 
extended support requirements including upkeep funding, personnel 
and resources. 
 
----19 April, met with the Ministry of Finance MoF) Head and Deputy 
Heads of the Rijeka District Customs Directorate Administration at 
their request to discuss outcome of the CWC Workshop and the 
scheduled IBIT being conducted in Charleston, SC.  The point of the 
meeting was to reaffirm interest in additional EXBS sponsored 
training directed toward enhancement of mission performance, 
particularly contraband detection and enhanced enforcement methods. 
There was also a request for additional radiation pagers for the use 
of Customs personnel inspecting and clearing containers in the port. 
 It was agreed that the request would be put forward. 
 
Slovakia 
 
----23 April, met with the U.S. Commerce Department representative 
to discuss coordination of the Internal Control Program (ICP) 
training with the Slovak Chamber of Commerce.  This session will be 
held in Zilina and the final session, scheduled for 30-31 May, will 
be held in Bratislava. 
 
----26 April, met with the new Ministry of Economy (MoE) Head of 
Trade Licensing.  This was an introductory courtesy call.  The new 
director stated a desire to undertake a more assertive stance 
utilizing Tracker, ICP and other related EXBS provided tools to 
improve detection of illicit diversion efforts and promote greater 
licensing compliance.  Additionally, the director, a former Head of 
the Customs Directorate Investigative Department, advised he will 
seek closer coordination with Customs Investigations to achieve that 
end. 
 
¶2.  TRAINING CONDUCTED DURING REPORTING PERIOD 
 
Croatia 
 
----16-20 April, The Department of Defense (DoD) International 
Counterproliferation (ICP) program training team conduced a "WMD 
 
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Threat Management" Course, 16-20 April 07 in Dubrovnik.  There were 
approximately 20 attendees representing a broad spectrum of the 
government from the police, customs, Nuclear Safety, and others. 
 
Slovakia 
 
----25-26 April, the U.S. Commerce Department provide Internal 
Control Program (ICP) training to industry representatives in 
Zilina.  The training, hosted by the Slovak Chamber of Commerce was 
well attended and successful. 
 
Slovenia 
 
----05-06 April, the U.S. Commerce Department provide Internal 
Control Program (ICP) training to approximately 10 industry 
representatives in Ljubljana.  The training, hosted by the Slovenian 
Chamber of Commerce was well attended and successful. 
 
BRADTKE