Member of the Presidency of Bosnia and Herzegovina (BiH) Denis Becirovic spoke with a parliamentary delegation of the Foreign Affairs Committee of the Parliament of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland (UK), which consisted of Emily Thornberry (Chair of the Committee), Fleur Anderson, Aphra Brandreth, Phil Brickell, Richard Foord, and Sir John Whittingdale.
Becirovic thanked the UK for its strong and consistent support for the independence, sovereignty, territorial integrity, and constitutional order of BiH.
He emphasized that the UK, as a witness to the Dayton Peace Agreement, is a key partner of BiH and continuously contributes to preserving peace, security, and stability in our country.
During the meeting, the importance of the work of the Office of the High Representative (OHR) and the Constitutional Court of BiH was particularly highlighted, as they are key institutions for protecting the constitutional order and the rule of law. Becirovicstressed that attempts to undermine state institutions represent a serious threat to the stability and the Euro-Atlantic and European path of BiH, and that strong and coordinated action by the international community against such activities is necessary.
The member of the Presidency of BiH underlined that the UK’s support is of special importance for preserving the stability and security of BiH, as well as the entire region.
During the discussion, possibilities for further deepening cooperation between BiH and the UK in the economy, defense, security, and other areas were also considered. Special emphasis was placed on strengthening institutional resilience, supporting the functioning of the rule of law, and joint efforts to protect democratic processes in BiH.
Becirovic and the members of the UK delegation assessed that it is necessary to continue close cooperation in order to preserve peace and stability in BiH and the region, as well as to accelerate the fulfillment of reform obligations on the European and Euro-Atlantic path of our country.
