Observers: Competitive and well-organized Polish presidential run-off marred by Confrontation
While both candidates in Poland’s presidential run-off were able to campaign freely, hostility as well as biased coverage by the public broadcaster tarnished the election, international observers from the…
How Practice Tests Can Help You to Tackle Cisco CCNA Exam Phobia?
Routers and switches make up a big part of Internet connections and many of them are provided by Cisco. This company takes the largest share of the market that…
UN urges Governments to honour Srebrenica Victims by building Peaceful Societies
UN human rights experts today urged governments to honour victims of the 1995 Srebrenica genocide by building peaceful, inclusive and just societies to prevent a repetition of such an…
Poor Communities: Hunger may kill us before Coronavirus
Poor communities around the world are sending a clear, urgent and repeated message: “Hunger may kill us before coronavirus”. Combined with ongoing conflicts, spiraling inequality, and an escalating…
Croatia restricts one-day Excursions from Bosnia and Herzegovina
Croatian tourism has taken another body blow with news that citizens of Bosnia and Herzegovina are allowed to visit Adriatic beaches on day excursions. These one-day excursions have been…
European Commission launches Portal calling on Citizens to share their Views on Legislative Processes
Today, the European Commission has launched a revamped version of the ‘Have Your Say’ portal. This online platform invites all citizens, (including businesses and non-governmental organisations), to share their…
WHO urges strong COVID-19 Safety Measures as African countries to resume Air Travel
As African countries begin to reopen borders and air spaces, it is crucial that governments take effective measures to mitigate the risk of a surge in infections…
UN Secretary-General appoints New Mechanism Registrar
United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres today announced his appointment of Mr. Abubacarr Marie Tambadou of the Republic of The Gambia as the new Registrar of the Mechanism, effective 1…
UN reappointed Serge Brammertz to a New Term as Mechanism’s Prosecutor
The United Nations Security Council, by resolution 2529 (2020), yesterday reappointed Prosecutor Serge Brammertz to a new term as Prosecutor of the International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals (Mechanism),…
Carmel Agius reelected as President of the International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals
United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has appointed Judge Carmel Agius to a second term of office as President of the International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals (Mechanism), with effect…
Co-Chairs emphasized the Importance of Maintaining an Atmosphere conducive to Peace
The Co-Chairs of the OSCE Minsk Group (Igor Popov of the Russian Federation, Stéphane Visconti of France, and Andrew Schofer of the United States of America) met separately and…
Consumers across the EU will be granted Broader Opportunities for the collective Defense of their Rights
Consumers across the EU are about to be granted broader opportunities for the collective defense of their rights. Member states’ ambassadors today approved a deal concluded between the Croatian…
Check Your Credit Score: How to Protect It From Sudden Drops
According to a poll of over 3,000 Americans by TransUnion, at least six in ten US adults say their income has been adversely affected by the COVID-19 health crisis.…
OSCE Representative concerned about Law on the Manipulation of Information
The OSCE Representative on Freedom of the Media, Harlem Désir, expressed his concern today about the recently passed law on the Manipulation of Information in Kyrgyzstan. ”I am concerned…
Low Internet Access Driving Inequality
COVID-19 and the Great Lockdown triggered a mass migration from analog to digital and highlighted that access to the Internet is crucial for socioeconomic inclusion. High-speed Internet is key for working…
UN Security Council completes Review of Mechanism’s progress of Work
The United Nations Security Council, by resolution 2529 (2020), yesterday reappointed Prosecutor Serge Brammertz to a new term as Prosecutor of the International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals (Mechanism),…
International Day in Support of Victims of Torture marked
On the International Day in Support of Victims of Torture, we pay tribute to the victims of torture and other cruel, inhuman or degrading treatment. At a time when…
EU Budget 2021: An Annual Budget focused on European Recovery
The Commission has today proposed an EU budget of €166.7 billion for 2021, to be complemented by €211 billion in grants and approximately €133 billion in loans under Next…
UN, WHO launch Global Action emphasizing Need to stay Healthy and stop Spread of COVID-19
On Olympic Day, 23 June 2020, the International Olympic Committee and WHO together with the United Nations launch a partnership to encourage individuals and communities around the world to be…
‘Global Goal: Unite For Our Future’ campaign launched by the European Commission
The ‘Global Goal: Unite For Our Future’ campaign launched by the European Commission and the international advocacy organisation Global Citizen on 28 May will culminate in a global pledging summit and concert on…
You’ve Got Money: Mobile Payments help People During the Pandemic
The practical challenge of quickly getting financial support in the hands of people who lost jobs amid the COVID-19 economic crisis has baffled advanced and developing economies alike. Economic…
Conference entitled “Governments in BiH on the Digital Transformation Journey” held in Sarajevo
The first online conference entitled “Governments in BiH on the Digital Transformation Journey” was held on 10-11 June, involving over 130 international and domestic experts and decision-makers at all…
UNDP organizes “Green Days: Online talks – Rethinking Development” Conference
UNDP Montenegro, in cooperation with the Government of Montenegro and the Chamber of Economy of Montenegro, is organizing the second international conference - "Green Days: Online talks -…
Azmi: George Floyd Protests reveal a Global Appetite for Social Justice
The response to the shocking killing of George Floyd proves the world is now a global village. After the senseless killing in Minneapolis last week there have been protests…
Montenegro “Fighting a Battle” to Balance Health & Economics After More Coronavirus Cases Confirmed
Former coronavirus-free Montenegro is now facing the challenge of juggling public health preservation with revival of the economy after a slew of new cases in a single week. Since…
Bregu: Western Balkans working age population declined by more than 400,000 in past 5 years
“More than 700 000 jobs have been added to the workforce during the past seven years and unemployment has moved for almost a quarter (23%) to around 16%, across…
Eleven Allies launch Multinational Initiative on Pilot Training
Eleven NATO Defence Ministers launched on Friday (19 June 2020) an initiative to create a network of training facilities for pilots across the European continent. The Ministers of Defence…
Congress President welcomes significant Developments paving the Way for Local Elections in Mostar
Welcoming the signatures between party leaders Bakir Izetbegović (SDA) and Dragan Čović (HDZ) who, last night, signed two agreements aimed at reinstating free and democratic suffrage in Mostar, the…
“International Law and Facts Established before the ICTY” Lecture held
The first cycle of the Inter-University Video Lecture Programme (Programme) “International Law and Facts Established before the ICTY” concluded today with a lecture delivered by Mr. Olufemi Elias, Registrar…
‘Legacies of the International Criminal Tribunal for the Former Yugoslavia’ Book published
The Oxford University Press released a book entitled Legacies of the International Criminal Tribunal for the Former Yugoslavia - A Multidisciplinary Approach. This edited volume represents the most comprehensive publication…
UN, EU: to accelerate Efforts to eliminate the Scourge of Sexual and Gender-based Violence.
The 20th anniversary of UN Security Council Resolution 1325 should represent a ground-breaking milestone for the Women, Peace and Security agenda. Instead, the COVID-19 pandemic has put at risk…
2020 Florida Football: Gators Bring 5 Returning Players For SEC In September
The Southeastern Conference (SEC) college football has announced its returning season this year, which will start in September. This year, a total of 14 schools will vie for this…
Montenegro: Majority of new active cases imported from Serbia via BiH, Tweets Government
The Montenegrin Government announced on Twitter this afternoon that the majority of the new cases of COVID-19 are the result of “irresponsible individuals” who had been in Serbia and…
Várhelyi, Borrell praise Agreement on Mostar which allows Citizens to vote in Municipal Elections after 12 Years
"We welcome today’s political agreement on the electoral law for Mostar between political leaders which would finally pave the way for the residents of Mostar to exercise their right…
Council approved the 2019 EU Annual Report on Human Rights and Democracy
The Council today approved the 2019 EU annual report on human rights and democracy in the world. The report marks the final phase of implementation of the EU Action Plan…
Dexamethasone can be Lifesaving for Patients who are critically ill with COVID-19
The World Health Organization (WHO) welcomes the initial clinical trial results from the United Kingdom (UK) that show dexamethasone, a corticosteroid, can be lifesaving for patients who are…
World Economic Outlook Update to show Negative Growth Rates even worse than previously estimated
The Great Lockdown is expected to play out in three phases, first as countries enter the lockdown, then as they exit, and finally as they escape the lockdown when…
Montenegro loses Corona-Free Status after Two New Imported Cases from Bosnia and Herzegovina
Montenegro has lost its coronavirus-free country status after two people who had spent time in Bosnia and Herzegovina tested positive for COVID-19. The initial new case of coronavirus infection…
Cross-border Projects to strengthen Regional co-operation and Social Cohesion begin
Cross-border projects to strengthen regional co-operation and social cohesion under „Dialogue for the Future“ begin Eight organizations from Bosnia and Herzegovina are beginning implementation of projects to strengthen social…
COVID-19 Crisis is inflicting the most Pain on those who are already most vulnerable
The COVID-19 crisis is inflicting the most pain on those who are already most vulnerable. This calamity could lead to a significant rise in income inequality. And it could…
Economic Stabilization and a sustainable Recovery will require more than Financial Assistance
Exceptional times call for exceptional action. In response to COVID-19, the IMF has moved with unprecedented speed and magnitude of financial assistance to help countries protect lives and livelihoods.…
Borrell: Disinformation in Times of the Coronavirus can kill
Today, the Commission and the High Representative are assessing their steps to fight disinformation around the coronavirus pandemic and are proposing a way forward. This follows the tasking by…
Things You Should Know About Caymus Wines
With over 400 wineries, Napa Valley can offer l unique and unforgettable wines for the world to taste and experience. But, Caymus Wines stand out among the rest. These…
Council approved Conclusions on the “Team Europe” Package as Global Response to COVID-19
The Council approved conclusions on the “Team Europe” package that is part of the EU’s global response to the COVID-19 pandemic. In its conclusions, the Council expresses its deep concern about…
Once COVID-19 abates, we will be reminded of how Everything changed
Once COVID-19 abates, we will be reminded of how everything changed, of the world that was. But the unfolding crisis contains profound lessons for the future. When…
Survey found that 48 Percent of Bosnia’s Women had experienced some form of Abuse since the Age of 15
Throughout this recent period of Coronavirus lockdown, the malign correlation between internal confinement and domestic violence has emerged ubiquitously throughout international society. Despite being an issue which…
How International Trade is affected by the COVID-19 Pandemic?
With the current fast-changing developments, policymakers need to know what is happening to the economy in real-time, but they often must settle for data telling them what happened many…
Council calls Western Balkans Countries for enhanced Cooperation in Migration and Security
The Council today adopted conclusions on enhancing cooperation with Western Balkans partners in the field of migration and security. The conclusions call for continued support to the Western Balkans…
IMF Managing Director: 170 Countries will finish this Year with a smaller Economy
"One hundred and seventy countries are going to finish this year with a smaller economy than at the start of the year, and we already project that there will…
European Investment Bank will invest 11 Million Euros to improve Wastewater Management in Kosovo
The European Investment Bank (EIB) will invest €11 million to improve wastewater management and provide affordable access to water and wastewater services for more than 90 000 people in the…
