08.05.2026
High Representative Christian Schmidt welcomes the decision of the BiH Central Election Commission to announce, in accordance with the law, General Elections for October 4. “This decision paves the way for a democratic, transparent, and respectful electoral process in which the true voice of citizens will be heard.”...
30.04.2026
"The international community must stand firmly in preserving peace and stability, while local authorities are strengthening institutional functionality and advancing reforms. Bosnia and Herzegovina, as well as other Western Balkan non-EU countries, must take advantage of the shifting developments in Europe to further t...
29.04.2026
Held a substantive exchange with Peter Beyer, Member of the German Bundestag and Chair of the Subcommittee on Crisis Prevention, Strategic Foresight, Stabilization and Peacebuilding, on the current political and security situation in Bosnia and Herzegovina and the wider Western Balkans, as well as Bosnia and Herzegovin...
28.04.2026
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28.04.2026
High Representative Christian Schmidt visited the International University of Sarajevo today, engaging with students in an open and thoughtful discussion on Bosnia and Herzegovina’s European path, democratic development, and the importance of active youth participation in shaping the country’s future. [rl_gallery id...
28.04.2026
Grateful for a thoughtful exchange with Alain Berset, Secretary General of the Council of Europe, today in Sarajevo. The Council of Europe has been a strong pillar in BiH’s advancement in the areas of human rights, democracy and rule of law and its current path to EU membership. Proper implementation of ECHR decisions...
28.04.2026
Welcomed today a delegation of senior staffers of German Members of Parliament to discuss the current issues BiH faces and the stalling on its EU path. The study trip was organized by the Southeast Europe Association as well as the German Political Foundations., [rl_gallery id="122605"]
28.04.2026
High Representative Christian Schmidt welcomed Mr. Vilmārs Heniņš, Ambassador of the Republic of Latvia to Bosnia and Herzegovina. During their meeting they addressed issues relevant to BiH’s democracy, political stability, and institutional functionality. "The focal point remains to hold free and fair Gen...
27.04.2026
During his visit to Bugojno today, High Representative Christian Schmidt attended the presentation of Matea Živanov’s book Public Trust in the Police, which highlights the challenges surrounding public trust in the police while also exploring ways to rebuild and strengthen it. [rl_gallery id="122568"]
27.04.2026
“Valuable exchange with the mayor of Bugojno, Edin Mašić. I truly appreciated the opportunity to discuss both achievements as well as challenges of the local community. Grateful to have met the priest and citizens, including returnees to the local community, just before the evening mass at St. Anthony of Padua Church."...