Prime Minister of the Federation of BiH Nermin Nikšić met today in Sarajevo with the Head of the European Union Delegation to BiH, Ambassador Luigi Soreca. During the meeting, both sides reaffirmed their shared commitment to strengthening the partnership and accelerating Bosnia and Herzegovina’s European integration path.
The meeting was also attended by the Federal Minister of Displaced Persons and Refugees, Nerin Dizdar.
Discussions focused on the current situation in the country, with particular emphasis on the importance of continuing reforms within the European integration process. Views were exchanged regarding activities and priorities central to ongoing cooperation with the European Union, aimed at bolstering economic progress and stability, according to a statement from the Public Relations Office of the Government of the Federation of BiH.
Ambassador Soreca stated that the European Union’s priorities remain unchanged, highlighting the importance of utilizing financial support from European funds. He expressed satisfaction with the progress made by the Government of the Federation of BiH toward accession to the Single Euro Payments Area (SEPA), describing it as a significant step toward the next phases of the country’s path to EU membership. He further noted that the support for European integration among BiH citizens – exceeding 70 percent – serves as an encouragement for providing support to the country’s institutions.
Prime Minister Nikšić reaffirmed his firm commitment to maintaining a constructive partnership and fulfilling undertaken obligations in the interest of all citizens. He emphasized his dedication to supporting all projects that provide direct benefits to the economy and the citizens. The interlocutors also highlighted the importance of implementing infrastructure and economic investments in the context of addressing the issue of state property, with the aim of finding legally viable solutions to safeguard investment projects and the business environment.
Ambassador Soreca stated that the EU Delegation is closely monitoring the current situation regarding the Srebrenica Memorial Center, and emphasized continued full support for the work of this institution, as well as for victims’ associations and the Mothers of Srebrenica.
The meeting reaffirmed a shared commitment to further strengthening the partnership, with the goal of accelerating Bosnia and Herzegovina’s path toward European Union membership, the statement noted.
