Krišto at Summit in Albania: Meeting with Zelensky as well

(Patria) - BiH Council of Ministers Chairperson Borjana Krišto participated today in the Ukraine – Southeast Europe Summit in Tirana. The Summit hosts were the Prime Minister of R. Albania Edi Rama and the President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky.

In her address at the plenary session, Krišto emphasized that as the Chairperson of the BiH Council of Ministers, she is aware of the importance of cooperation and dialogue, as well as the common desire for a peaceful and stable region and Europe. She stated that Ukraine, as a country facing security and stability challenges, deserves full and constant attention and support.

“Allow me, therefore, to emphasize once again that Bosnia and Herzegovina strongly supports the territorial integrity of Ukraine and firmly stands with Ukraine in its efforts to preserve sovereignty and security,” said Chairperson Krišto.

She stated that in line with its commitment to European and civilizational values, Bosnia and Herzegovina fully follows the European Union's positions regarding foreign policy, including its stance on the war in Ukraine. She expressed her conviction that through dialogue, solidarity, and mutual support, positive changes can be achieved not only in Ukraine but also beyond.

The Chairperson congratulated President Zelensky and the Ukrainian people on the opening of negotiations with the EU. She reminded that BiH expects the opening of negotiations in March and expressed her conviction that a common commitment to European and civilizational values will ensure a safer and more prosperous future for everyone in the region and the world.