Kallas at the Presidency: BiH fully aligned with EU foreign and security policy

(Patria) - Member of the Presidency of BiH Denis Bećirović spoke today with the High Representative of the European Union (EU) for Foreign and Security Policy and Vice-President of the European Commission, Kaja Kallas.

Bećirović thanked High Representative Kallas for the EU's continuous support to Bosnia and Herzegovina, and emphasized that European and Euro-Atlantic integrations are the key political, security, and economic priority for the citizens of our country.

He stressed that Bosnia and Herzegovina has shown a clear commitment to full membership in the EU, including by fully aligning with the common foreign and security policy of the EU, including support for Ukraine in its defense against Russian aggression.

He pointed out that Bosnia and Herzegovina and the EU must draw a serious lesson from 2025. It is very dangerous to question the mandate and powers of the OHR in any way, as it is an institution established by Annex 10 of the Dayton Peace Agreement.

The existence and mandate of the OHR are a very important mechanism that prevents the pursuit of destructive policies that threaten peace and stability in Bosnia and Herzegovina and the region. The High Representative is an important factor for peace and the protection of the Dayton Peace Agreement.

Bećirović emphasized the importance of extending the mandate of the EUFOR Althea mission, which is a significant factor in preserving stability and peace.

During the conversation, it was emphasized that membership in the EU and NATO remain strategic foreign policy goals of Bosnia and Herzegovina. He welcomed the continuation of financial and technical support from the EU through the Growth Plan and mechanisms aimed at strengthening institutions, the economy, and the rule of law.

The EU High Representative for Foreign and Security Policy, Kaja Kallas, reiterated the EU's strong commitment to the independence, sovereignty, and territorial integrity of Bosnia and Herzegovina, as well as to the prosperity and European future of Bosnia and Herzegovina.

Kallas supported the extension of the EUFOR Althea mission's mandate as an important factor for security and stability in Bosnia and Herzegovina. She emphasized that the political situation in the country is more stable and welcomed the fact that the rule of law has ultimately prevailed.

The High Representative assessed very positively the fact that Bosnia and Herzegovina is fully aligned with the EU's foreign and security policy, which will also be confirmed in the next periodic report of the European Commission on Bosnia and Herzegovina.

The meeting was also attended by member of the Presidency of BiH Željka Cvijanović.