Members of the BiH Presidency spoke with the Minister of Foreign Affairs of North Macedonia, Osmani

(Patria) - Members of the BiH Presidency Željko Komšić and Denis Bećirović received today the OSCE Chairperson-in-Office and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of North Macedonia, Bujar Osmani.

Members of the BiH Presidency Željko Komšić and Denis Bećirović expressed satisfaction with the opportunity to discuss current topics of importance for Bosnia and Herzegovina and the region with the OSCE Chairperson-in-Office and Minister of Foreign Affairs of North Macedonia, Bujar Osmani. They highlighted the important role and significance of the OSCE in conflict prevention and expressed commitment to continued cooperation aimed at preserving peace and stability in Bosnia and Herzegovina, the region, and the world.

The members of the BiH Presidency congratulated Minister Osmani on his chairmanship of the OSCE in 2023 and expressed support for the work and engagement of North Macedonia in this largest regional security organization. They welcomed the focus of the North Macedonian OSCE chairmanship on the needs and interests of people, their well-being and security, guided by the fundamental values and principles of this organization.

OSCE Chairperson-in-Office and Minister of Foreign Affairs Osmani informed the members of the BiH Presidency about the priorities of action, aimed at improving the quality of people's lives through reconciliation, dialogue, trust, and cooperation in challenging and difficult times. The OSCE Chairperson-in-Office stated that the organization is a steadfast partner to Bosnia and Herzegovina and that, through its Mission and its eight field offices, it continues to provide support for the reform path in order to improve the lives of all citizens. The priority of OSCE action in BiH will be on reconciliation, building trust, fighting corruption, and providing support for the participation of women and youth in the relevant decision-making process.

Chairperson-in-Office Osmani congratulated the members of the BiH Presidency on the granting of candidate status, expressing confidence that Bosnia and Herzegovina will make progress on the European path in all areas for the benefit of its citizens, in which the OSCE, within its capacities, will continue to provide support.

On behalf of the Chairwoman of the BiH Presidency, Željka Cvijanović, the meeting was attended by advisor Đorđe Šarčević.