Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Bosnia and Herzegovina mr. sc. On October 28, 2026, Josip Brkić received Kévin Thuillier, the ambassador of the Republic of France in Bosnia and Herzegovina, for his inaugural visit.
During the meeting, bilateral relations between Bosnia and Herzegovina and the Republic of France, the current political situation in our country, European integration, regional cooperation and reform processes were discussed.
On that occasion, Deputy Minister Brkić assessed that relations between Bosnia and Herzegovina and the Republic of France are good and friendly, with no open questions. He thanked France for its continuous and strong support for Bosnia and Herzegovina’s European path, as well as its contribution to preserving political, economic and security stability in the country. Speaking about the current political situation, Deputy Brkić introduced Ambassador Thuillier to the key political processes, with special emphasis on the implementation of election results after the general elections. He pointed out that full membership in the European Union remains the strategic goal of Bosnia and Herzegovina and emphasized the importance of timely implementation of election results and creation of political consensus as a prerequisite for the continuation of reform processes and the European path of our country. He reminded that the citizens of Bosnia and Herzegovina share the principles and values of the European Union and want to become part of its institutional framework.
Ambassador Thuillier confirmed the support of the Republic of France for the European integration of Bosnia and Herzegovina and other countries of the Western Balkans, stressing the importance of implementing reforms necessary for further progress on the European path. He pointed out that the current geopolitical challenges have a wider significance for the future of the European continent and the stability of the Western Balkan region. He also confirmed France’s commitment to the sovereignty, territorial integrity and stability of Bosnia and Herzegovina and its European perspective.
At the end of the meeting, Deputy Minister Brkić wished Ambassador Thuillier a welcome to Bosnia and Herzegovina and a successful diplomatic mandate, expressing his belief in the continuation of successful cooperation between the two countries.
