Youth Guarantee as an Opportunity for Better Employment and Future in BiH
The Youth Guarantee is a key European Union initiative in Bosnia and Herzegovina aimed at ensuring that young people under the age of 30 receive opportunities for employment, education, training,…
Jablanica Meeting Lays Groundwork for €20 Million EU-Funded Flood Recovery Project
At a meeting today in Jablanica, representatives of the EU Delegation to Bosnia and Herzegovina, United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the International Organization for Migration (IOM) presented the details…
Borenovic: We have decided to unblock BiH’s European Path
The representative of the Party of Democratic Progress (PDP) in the House of Representatives of the Parliamentary Assembly of Bosnia and Herzegovina, Branislav Borenović, stated today that the SNSD has…
Soreca: Laws on Border Control and personal Data Protection are crucial for BiH’s European Path
Head of the European Union Delegation and EU Special Representative to Bosnia and Herzegovina, Luigi Soreca, welcomed the adoption of the Law on Border Control and Personal Data Protection in…
BiH Presidency Member Meets with EU Delegation Head to Strengthen Cooperation
BiH Presidency Member Denis Bećirović spoke with the Head of the European Union (EU) Delegation to Bosnia and Herzegovina Luigi Soreca. They discussed the importance of implementing reforms in Bosnia…
EU Delegation in BiH comments on the Marking of RS Day
The Constitutional Court of Bosnia and Herzegovina ruled that Republika Srpska’s legislation on Republika Srpska Day is not in line with the Constitution of Bosnia and Herzegovina. The EU emphasises…
EU Urges RS Leadership to Reject Provocative Rhetoric Over Unconstitutional Day
The Delegation of the European Union to Bosnia and Herzegovina has issued a statement regarding the announced celebration of the unconstitutional RS Day, recalling the decisions of the Constitutional Court…
Will 2025 be a Year where BiH makes decisive Steps towards EU Membership?
Column by the by Head of the EU Delegation/EU Special Representative in BiH Luigi Soreca 2025 has arrived, a year in which Bosnia and Herzegovina will mark 30 years since…
BiH applies to the EU for the First Time to repair the Consequences of Floods
The Chairperson of the Council of Ministers of Bosnia and Herzegovina, Borjana Krišto, has officially submitted an application for funds from the EU Solidarity Fund (EUSF) to repair the damage…
President of the European Council: The Growth Plan can significantly transform the Western Balkans
The President of the European Council, Antonio Costa, emphasized that the European Union (EU) - Western Balkans Summit is highly significant for several reasons, including the fact that enlargement is…
Kallas announced her Arrival in BiH Next Year
The High Representative of the European Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, Kaja Kallas, has announced that she will visit Bosnia and Herzegovina next year. “We want Bosnia and…
EU and UN join Forces to improve Cancer Prevention in BiH
The European Union and United Nations in collaboration with health authorities, launched today a comprehensive research targeting cervical, breast, colorectal, and prostate cancers in Bosnia and Herzegovina. This project aims…
EU – Western Balkans Summit Today in Brussels
The leaders of the European Union (EU), Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro, Serbia, North Macedonia, Albania and Kosovo will meet today in Brussels at the European Union-Western Balkans Summit. The summit…
BiH Council of Ministers adopted Two Key Legislation Laws on the Path to European Integration
The Council of Ministers of Bosnia and Herzegovina adopted two key laws on the path to European integration at an extraordinary session today, announced the Chairwoman of the Council of…
The EU supports BiH Border Police with additional equipment worth €1.1 million
The Head of EU Delegation and EU Special Representative Luigi Soreca met today with the Director of the Border Police of Bosnia and Herzegovina Mirko Kuprešaković at the Border Police…
Youth Representatives from BiH selected as Young European Ambassadors from Western Balkans
The Young European Ambassadors network is growing, with 97 new members ready to get active in shaping the future of the Western Balkans. The recent Call for Applications, successfully selected…
Facilitating Bosnia and Herzegovina’s reform process through EU and Council of Europe programme
Bosnia and Herzegovina has made important advancements in its reform agenda, which are also important for the EU accession process. These include strengthening human rights protection, improving the justice system,…
‘Livanjski sir’ receives a prestigious EU Protected Geographical Indication
‘Livanjski sir’ today becomes a product with a prestigious EU Protected Geographical Indication, joining a list of 3,639 products, whose quality and traditions are recognised and protected through the EU’s…
EU-BiH Stabilisation and Association Agreement 8th Subcommittee on Justice, Freedom and Security
The 8th Subcommittee meeting on Justice, Freedom and Security under the European Union (EU) – Bosnia and Herzegovina (BiH) Stabilisation and Association Agreement took place on 10 and 11 December…
Opportunities for Strengthening BiH Health Institutions under EU4Health presented
Europe House, in cooperation with the Ministry of Civil Affairs of BiH and the Directorate of European Integration, organised an Info Day today to showcase the EU’s comprehensive EU4Health programme.…
Nine Million Euros secured for cross-border Cooperation Projects between BiH and the Republic of Serbia
On the occasion of the announcement of the first call for project proposals under the IPA III Cross-Border Cooperation Programme Serbia - BiH 2021-2027, a conference was held today at…
National Delicacies and Unique Treasures Shine at the Diplomatic Winter Bazaar
The Diplomatic Winter Bazaar, the biggest humanitarian event of the year, will be held on Saturday in the Hall Mirza Delibasic in Sarajevo. This is the event that gathers almost…
Europe House Talks: Academic community and experts discuss energy transition in BiH
Europe House, in cooperation with the EU funded project EU4Energy, organised today an expert panel discussion on the challenges and opportunities of the energy transition process in Bosnia and Herzegovina.…
Non-Paper: Ending Territorial Claims and Conflicts in the Western Balkans before European Integration
The smiles may soon disappear from the faces of many Bosnian and Herzegovinian (BiH) politicians. While they struggle to reach agreements, new solutions for the Western Balkans are being written…
Consultation on Reparations for Civilian Victims of the War in BiH
On 28 November 2024, the United Nations in Bosnia and Herzegovina hosted a consultation on reparations for civilian victims of the 1992-1995 war at the United Nations House in Sarajevo.…
Ruling Coalition agrees on Chief Negotiator with EU
HDZ BiH President Dragan Čović stated after the meeting in Mostar that a decision has been agreed on the basis of which the chief negotiator with the EU and two…
A beautiful Story: Crystal clear Waters, fresh local Food, and natural Drinks
With its surreal waterfalls and crystal-clear rivers, this is the ideal destination for a perfect summer getaway, enriched by a new initiative, “Una Valens”, which further elevates this hidden oasis.…
Who is responsible for the Postponement of the Western Balkans Leaders’ Summit in Neum?
The Western Balkans Leaders' Summit, which was scheduled to be held on December 4-5 in Neum, has been postponed. The Council of Ministers of Bosnia and Herzegovina has canceled the…
Diplomatic Fiasco: Western Balkans-EU leaders’ Summit postponed
The Western Balkans-European Union summit, which was to be hosted by Bosnia and Herzegovina, has been postponed. The reason - the tender for its organization was canceled. Namely, the General…
Catic and Soreca on EU Financial Aid for flooded Areas
Head of the Delegation of the European Union (EU) in BiH and the EU's special representative in BiH, Ambassador Luigi Soreca, met today with the mayor of Konjic, Osman Ćatić.…
Soreca: The Door is open, I hope the Meeting in Mostar will bring concrete Results
Ambassador Luigi Soreca, Head of the European Union Delegation and EU Special Representative to Bosnia and Herzegovina, stressed the importance of unity among political leaders and accelerated progress towards European…
EUFOR launched its Exhibition “EUFOR Show” in the Europe House
As part of the 20 years anniversary event series, EUFOR launched its exhibition “EUFOR Show” in the Europe House, Sarajevo. COM EUFOR Major General László Sticz welcomed guests including Chief…
Europe House’s Art Competition involved more than 130 primary schools to promote Children’s Rights in BiH
To mark International Children’s Day, Europe House in Bosnia and Herzegovina hosted an art competition for primary school students from across Bosnia and Herzegovina focusing on the importance of protecting…
Europe House’s Art Competition involved more than 130 Primary Schools to promote Children’s Rights in BiH
To mark International Children’s Day, Europe House in Bosnia and Herzegovina hosted an art competition for primary school students from across Bosnia and Herzegovina focusing on the importance of protecting…
The European Union strengthens the Work of the BiH Service for Foreigner Affairs
The European Union has donated 170 sets of specialized tactical uniforms to the Service for Foreigner Affairs to BiH, worth 354,000 BAM. These sets of specialized tactical uniforms, which include…
8th EU-BiH Subcommittee Meeting on Agriculture and Fisheries
The 8th Subcommittee meeting on agriculture and fisheries, including food safety, veterinary and phytosanitary issues, between the EU and Bosnia and Herzegovina took place on 19th November 2024. Representatives from the…
European Commission Director-General for Neighbourhood and Enlargement Negotiations Gert-Jan Koopman visits BiH
The European Commission Director-General for Neighbourhood and Enlargement Negotiations Gert-Jan Koopman has concluded a visit to Bosnia and Herzegovina, during which he urged key stakeholders to make progress in finalising…
EU allocates 20 Million Euros for flood-affected Communities
Representatives of the European Union in Bosnia and Herzegovina and authorities from the five municipalities affected by recent floods and landslides met in Jablanica Town Hall today to discuss the…
A Man who brutally insults the EU was appointed the Chief Negotiator
After months of negotiations, the state coalition on Thursday reached an agreement and accepted that SNSD leader Milorad Dodik would select the chief negotiator for talks with the European Union…
Gert Jan Koopman arrives on an official Visit to BiH
Gert Jan Koopman, Director General of the Directorate General for Neighbourhood and Enlargement Negotiations, will pay an official visit to Bosnia and Herzegovina today. This was announced by State Minister…
The EU renovated the sports hall of the Elementary School in Vogosca
Students and teachers of Primary School “Izet Šabić” in Vogošća will now benefit from a completely renovated sports hall, thanks to the financial support of the European Union through the…
European Union donates IT equipment to Border Police BiH and SIPA
Today, the European Union donated IT equipment worth 339,000 BAM to the Border Police of Bosnia and Herzegovina and the State Investigation and Protection Agency (SIPA). The donated equipment, including…
Soreca: “BiH’s Path to EU Membership has no Alternative”
The Head of the European Union Delegation and EU Special Representative to Bosnia and Herzegovina, Luigi Soreca, today expressed unquestionable support for Bosnia and Herzegovina on its European path, as…
Banja Luka gets the new Children Playground funded by the European Union
The Head of Cooperation at the EU Delegation to BiH Stefano Ellero and the Mayor of Banja Luka Draško Stanivuković visited yesterday the newly renovated playground in Banja Luka’s Obilićevo…
Von der Leyen: “We have a clear Plan for the Western Balkans”
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said that Brussels wants the Western Balkans in the EU, that it has a clear agenda for that and that the accession process…
BiH advances Discussions on consent-based legal Definition of Sexual Violence
Representatives from institutions, the judiciary and civil society gathered in Sarajevo for a peer-to-peer event on 23 October 2024 aimed at incorporating a definition of sexual violence based on the…
What is the Cause of the Blockade on the European Path and who is responsible?
Bosnia and Herzegovina (BiH's) European path is at a complete standstill after it was granted conditional negotiator status in March. Several actors from the non-governmental sector and political life spoke…
Ambassador Soreca presents the European Commission Report on BiH to the CoM Chairwoman
The Head of the EU Delegation and EU Special Representative in Bosnia and Herzegovina Luigi Soreca presented today the European Commission’s 2024 Report on Bosnia and Herzegovina to the Chairwoman…
The European Commission adopted its Annual Enlargement Package
The European Commission today adopted its annual enlargement package, which provides a detailed assessment of the state of play and progress made on the European path by Albania, Bosnia and…
BiH signs Eurojust Agreement on judicial Cooperation with the EU
In the margins of the EU-Western Balkan Ministerial Forum in Budva, Montenegro, the European Commissioner for Justice, Didier Reynders, and the Minister of Justice of Bosnia and Herzegovina Davor Bunoza…
