The conference was opened by Chairman of the EPP Group Manfred Weber, while the closing remarks were delivered by the EPP President Joseph Daul.

Speaking at the panel called “Enhancing socio-economic development through regional connectivity and digital economy”, Izetbegović highlighted that Bosnia and Herzegovina managed to initiate processes on its path towards European integrations, after a long period of lagging behind and various blockades.

A special attention at this panel was paid to the enhancement of the socio-economic sector through considering ways of improving economic growth and opening of new working places, particularly for the youth. There was talk of connecting the Western Balkans and the European Union through improving transportation links, energy security, digital economy, business environment and opportunities for the youth.

In his address, Izetbegović particularly noted the significance of the Reform Agenda, with which the application of wide programme of socio-economic reforms began. It, amongst other things, initiated the adaptation of new entity Labour Law, and measures were taken to stabilize budgetary spending and fiscal sustainability.

Furthermore, Chairman Izetbegović spoke about the importance of regional cooperation, with a special focus on undisturbed flow of goods, services and capital, and he reflected on the recent General elections in Bosnia and Herzegovina, its results and the need to implement the election results and form the government.

During the visit to Brussels, Izetbegović met with President of the European Peoples Party Joseph Daul.