Opening of Info Center of European Union in B&H
Info Center of European Union in B&H will open today at the premisses of European Union Delegation in B&H. The Chief of EU delegation in B&H and the EU Special…
EU Provides Support for Strengthening the Efficiency of IDDEEA from IPA Funds
The implementation of the project “Strengthening the Efficiency of the Agency for Identification Documents, Registers and Data Exchange of BiH – IDDEEA” has been initiated with financial support of the…
Signing of Memorandum of Cooperation between Head of the EU Delegation, Sorensen and 9 BiH Municipalities
The Memorandum of Cooperation will be signed between Ambassador Peter Sorensen, Head of the EU Delegation to BiH/EUSR and Mayors of Bihać, Brčko, Istočno Novo Sarajevo, Laktaši, Ljubuški, Novi Travnik,…
UK Foreign Secretary Hague: We will continue our support to Bosnia and Herzegovina
Yesterday the EU held the Forum for Prosperity and Jobs in Sarajevo. This is an important moment for Bosnia and Herzegovina and her citizens. The EU wants to help Bosnia…
Closing remarks by Ambassador Sorensen at the Forum for Prosperity and Jobs in Bosnia and Herzegovina
Excellencies, ladies and gentlemen, dear friends, Let me start by thanking my Deputy Renzo Daviddi and all my staff for having organised this Forum on such a short notice. This…
EU gives €65 Million to Help Serbia and Bosnia and Herzegovina with the Aftermath of Floods
In response to severe floods which hit Bosnia and Herzegovina and Serbia, the EU continues to provide help and assistance to deal with the consequences of this natural disaster. In…
UNDP: Strengthening Local Democracy Project
The EU funded project “Strengthening Local Democracy (LOD) III”, implemented by the UNDP, organised a conference for NGOs on providing services in local communities on 16 and 17 April in…
IPA Funds Help BiH to Prepare for the EU
The Instrument for Pre-Accession Assistance (IPA) fund offers assistance to BiH and other countries engaged in the accession process to the EEU for the period 2007-2013. A second phase is…
University in Sarajevo Hosts Educational Conference Horizon 2020
In the presence of 150 scientists, researchers, innovators and entrepreneurs, two-day educational conference about EU Programme Horizon 2020 started on May 6 in Sarajevo. Conference was organised by project „Capacity…
New EU‐UNHCR Project Brings Solutions to Problems of Displacement
Ambassador Peter Sorensen, BiH Minister for Human Rights and Refugees Damir Ljubić and Representative of UNHCR in BiH Andrew Mayne presented on 28 April a new 8.1 mill Euro project…
DANIELSSON: You are not Alone, You Have the EU Support
After a meeting of the delegation of the European Union and representatives of authorities of Maglaj and Doboj, it was concluded that it is necessary to assess damages caused…
Presentation of A Compact for Growth in Bosnia and Herzegovina Today
A two-day long Forum for Prosperity and Jobs started in Sarajevo yesterday. Following the Conclusions of the EU Foreign Affairs Council published in April 2014, and their call for a…
EU Delegation to Visit Doboj Tomorrow
Mr. Christian Danielsson, Director General of Directorate-General Enlargement, European Commission accompanied by Mr. Ricardo Zapata, Chief coordinator of the EU for the recovery needs assessment will visit Doboj tomorrow, on…
Forum For Prosperity and Jobs in Bosnia and Herzegovina on Monday and Tuesday in Sarajevo
Following the Conclusions of the EU Foreign Affairs Council published in April 2014, and their call for a broader EU-BiH agenda, the EUSR will convene a major conference aimed at…
Current Report On Floods in Bosnia-Herzegovina
The European Union is providing coordinated assistance through the EU Civil Protection Mechanism which has been activated upon the request of Serbia and Bosnia & Herzegovina due to the severe…
The European Union’s Support to Serbia and Bosnia and Herzegovina After the Floods
Serbia and Bosnia and Herzegovina are struggling with overwhelming floods which have also had a serious impact on large parts of Croatia. Since the start of the emergency, the European…
Ambassadors Invite citizens’ Contributions to Forum on Prosperity and Jobs
In a joint message, Ambassador Peter Sorensen, EU Special Representative/Head of Delegation and Nicholas M. Hill, Charge d'Affaires of the Embassy of the United States of America, have encouraged citizens…
Forum for Prosperity and Jobs in B&H on Monday and Tuesday in Sarajevo
Following the Conclusions of the EU Foreign Affairs Council published in April 2014, and their call for a broader EU-BiH agenda, the EUSR will convene a major conference aimed at…
Remarks by EU Commissioner for International Cooperation, Humanitarian Aid and Crisis Response, Kristalina Georgieva
Speaking at a press conference in the EU House in Sarajevo, Commissioner Georgieva said: "Good afternoon and thank you all very much for coming. I will start off with what…
Commissioner Georgieva Emphasises EU Support on Visit to B&H
The European Union's Commissioner for International Cooperation, Humanitarian Aid and Crisis Response, Kristalina Georgieva, today arrived in Bosnia and Herzegovina to see at first hand the effects of the recent…
Commissioner Georgieva’s visit to the BiH MoS Coordination Centre is Cancelled
Commissioner Georgieva's visit to the BiH Ministry of Security Coordination Centre, planned for 18.00 hrs today, has been CANCELLED due to the late arrival of the incoming flight. Photographers and cameramen…
Visit to B&H by Owen Jenkins, Head of Western Balkans and Enlargement Department at the UK Foreign and Commonwealth Office
Ahead of the Peace Implementation Council meeting this week, Owen Jenkins, Head of Western Balkans and Enlargement Department at the UK Foreign and Commonwealth Office, held meetings with several political…
Tomorrow: European Commissioner Kristalina Georgieva in Visit to B&H
European Union Delegation in Bosnia and Herzegovina expects that the European Commissioner for International Cooperation, Humanitarian Aid and Crisis Response Kristalina Georgieva will arrive tomorrow in Bosnia and Herzegovina. However,…
High Representative in Visit to Austrian Contingent in EUFOR
High representative Valentin Inzko visited the Austrian contingent of EUFOR today. On this occasion he was informed by personnel about efforts that have been undertaken to assist Bosnia and Herzegovina,…
Yesterday’s Statement by Commissioner Kristalina Georgieva on Floods in B&H and Serbia
International Cooperation, Humanitarian Aid and Crisis Response - Midday statement by Kristalina GEORGIEVA, Member of the EC in charge of International Cooperation, Humanitarian Aid and Crisis Response, on EU assistance…
EU Solidarity with Bosnia and Herzegovina is Assured – Sorensen
Head of Delegation/EU Special Representative, Ambassador Peter Sorensen, underlined today that the EU will spare no effort in the short or long term to help Bosnia and Herzegovina recover from…
EU Assistance
The European Union is providing coordinated assistance through the EU Civil Protection Mechanism which has been activated upon the request of Bosnia & Herzegovina and Serbia due to severe flooding…
RCC Calls EU for Continuation of Urgent Assistance to Flood-Affected Countries in the Region
The Secretary General of the Regional Cooperation Council (RCC), Goran Svilanovic, asked for continuation of EU assistance to flood-affected countries in the region, Serbia, Bosnia and Herzegovina and Croatia, during…
EU Civil Protection Team arrives in Bosnia and Herzegovina
Following the request of Bosnia and Herzegovina to the European Union Civil Protection Mechanism, via the Emergency Response Coordination Centre, an EU Civil Protection Team has arrived in Sarajevo. The…
Presentation of the EU Funded Project
Today's presentation of the EU funded project “Strengthening the public procurement system in Bosnia and Herzegovina" is cancelled. ST
EU Assistance Underway for Flood Victims in Serbia and in Bosnia and Herzegovina
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European Union Helps the Disaster Striken Bosnia and Herzegovina
Head of EU Delegation to Bosnia and Herzegovina and EU Special Representative, Ambassador Peter Sorensen, visited the Operational and Communication Centre of Bosnia and Herzegovina today. The Centre is tasked…
Ambassador Sorensen to visit Operational and Communication Centre of Bosnia and Herzegovina on Saturday morning
Head of EU Delegation to Bosnia and Herzegovina and EU Special Representative, Ambassador Peter Sorensen, will visit Operational and Communication Centre of Bosnia and Herzegovina, which is tasked with coordination…
EU Assists in Response to Floods in Serbia and Bosnia and Herzegovina
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Statement on the Occasion of the International Day Against Homophobia and Transphobia, 17 May 2014
On occasion of the May 17th, the International Day against Homophobia and Transphobia (IDAHO), the EU Special Representative to Bosnia and Herzegovina (B&H) and the EU Heads of Mission accredited…
Ambassador Sorensen Delivers Humanitarian Aid for Flooded Areas in Bosnia and Herzegovina
Head of EU Delegation to Bosnia and Herzegovina and EU Special Representative, Ambassador Peter Sorensen, delivered today humanitarian aid for the citizens in the flooded areas in Bosnia and Herzegovina.…
OSCE Gives Aid to Flooded Territories
General secretary of OSCE Lamberto Zannier, approved 30 000 Euros from the Charitable fund of OSCE in order to give the immediate assistance to most endangered in floods all over…
Good governance in Security Sector Reform in Bosnia and Herzegovina in Focus at OSCE-Supported Course
The second stage of the Security Sector Reform training programme, co-organized by the OSCE Mission to Bosnia and Herzegovina, the Armed Forces of B&H Joint Staff and the Centre for…
Joint Statement of the EU and Bosnia and Herzegovina
Representatives of the European Commission and the institutions of Bosnia and Herzegovina (BiH) met on 13-14 May in Banja Luka for the 6th Sub-committee meeting on Economic and Financial issues…
Opening of vijecnica to public not possible today
The EU Delegation, as Contracting Authority for the reconstruction works on 'Vijecnica', regrets to inform the public that the proposed opening of the building for general public visits, announced by…
‘EU and You’ – Connecting B&H Undergraduates With European Opportunities
Undergraduate students from universities across Bosnia and Herzegovina will have the opportunity during May and June to find out more about EU integration and opportunities for students from the EU.…
“EU at Your Door” to Visit Teslic
This week the “EU at Your Door” project will visit Teslic, where a one-and-a-half day programme of EU-themed activities will be organised. Teslic high-school students, young people and citizens taking…
Ambassador Sorensen’s statement on the occasion of Europe Day 9 May
"2014 is the 100th anniversary of the outbreak of the First World War and this gives added meaning to Europe Day, 9th May, this year. The deaths of millions in…
Peace Event Sarajevo 2014
From 6th until 9th June 2014, the Peace Event Sarajevo 2014 will be held. This event will represent one of the biggest social events regarding the remembrance on the First…
General Sir Adrian Bradshaw Visits EUFOR Camp Butmir and BiH
On 5 – 7 May 2014, General Sir Adrian Bradshaw, the European Forces Operation Althea Commander, is visiting EUFOR Camp Butmir and BiH. This is General Bradshaw’s first visit to…
Thematic Plenary of the EU-B&H Structured Dialogue on Justice -Recommendations by the European Commission Services
On the Draft Law on the High Judicial and Prosecutorial Council (HJPC), the European Commission • Reiterates its strong support to the integrity of a single state-wide competent HJPC, as…
Europe Day celebration in Bosnia and Herzegovina
The Delegation of the European Union to Bosnia and Herzegovina and the EU Info Centre will mark 9 May - Europe Day in Bosnia and Herzegovina with sports and cultural…
Press freedom is non-negotiable for EU – Sorensen
Commenting on World Press Freedom Day, 3 May 2014, Head of Delegation/EU Special Representative in BiH Ambassador Peter Sorensen said: "On World Press Freedom Day we recall the importance of…
Hennessey: Judgment of the Federal Constitutional Court has to be Respected
The judgments of the Constitutional Court of Bosnia-Herzegovina have to be respected, and the Parliamentary assembly of B&H has a responsibility and obligation to do that, said the chief of…
Parliamentary Assembly of BIH adopts the new Law on Public Procurement
The Delegation of the European Union to Bosnia and Herzegovina/EU Special Representative Office very much welcomes yesterday's adoption of the new Public Procurement Law by the House of Peoples of…