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BiH Presidency Chairman Šefik Džaferović received NATO Deputy Assistant Secretary General for Political Affairs and Security Policy Javier Colomina

11/11/2022

The topics of discussion were the current situation in Bosnia and Herzegovina, global security, cooperation with NATO and the importance of EUFOR engagement in Bosnia and Herzegovina.

Expressing his welcome and gratitude for NATO's continued support to Bosnia and Herzegovina on its path to Euro-Atlantic integration, Chairman Džaferović emphasized the good cooperation of the Armed Forces of Bosnia and Herzegovina with NATO, which is reflected in various activities and programs. He said that the BiH Council of Ministers, by adopting the BiH Reform Program for 2021 and 2022, confirmed our country's commitment to further implementation of reforms.

Furthermore, Chairman Džaferović emphasized the importance of the UN Security Council's decision to extend the mandate of the EUFOR-Althea Mission in Bosnia and Herzegovina, which will contribute to a safe environment in our country. He also assessed the importance of continued cooperation between Bosnia and Herzegovina and NATO and thanked for the conclusions that were presented about Bosnia and Herzegovina at the recently held NATO Summit in Madrid, which confirm the continued development of partnership with Bosnia and Herzegovina and the strengthening of political dialogue.

The interlocutors also discussed the recently concluded general elections in Bosnia and Herzegovina, and concluded that it is now necessary to implement the results as soon as possible, so that the necessary reforms can be initiated.

Chairman Džaferović emphasized that the Euro-Atlantic path of Bosnia and Herzegovina is important for enabling the reforms needed by our country and its citizens, which will help create a more stable and secure environment and the country's future.

Deputy Assistant Secretary General of NATO Colomina thanked for the reception and said that NATO remains committed to strengthening stability in Bosnia and Herzegovina, and that support measures for capacity building of the Armed Forces of Bosnia and Herzegovina and mutual cooperation will be continued in the coming period. He highlighted the importance of the European Commission's Decision recommending the candidate status of Bosnia and Herzegovina for full membership in the EU, and expressed hope that after the formation of the BiH government, it will continue to make positive progress in fulfilling its obligations and reforms.

Advisor Slaven Kovačević also attended the meeting on behalf of the member of the Presidency Željko Komšić.

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