As Croatia approaches its presidential election, incumbent President Zoran Milanovic is front-runner with around 40% approval ratings. Known for his provocative rhetoric and right-wing populism, Milanovic is campaigning with the slogan ‘President to President.’ His main rival, independent candidate Dragan Primorac, has approximately 23% support. Milanovic’s polarizing views, including critical stances on the EU and Ukrain, along with ambitious aspirations to challenge Prime Minister Andrej Plenkovic, have shaped the political landscape leading up to the January 12 runoff.