Europe House hosts Discussion on the use of Artificial Intelligence in Newsrooms
Europe House organised the event “Journalism and Technology: How is AI changing newsrooms?”, bringing together journalists, media professionals, students and experts to discuss how artificial intelligence is transforming modern journalism…
EU Enlargement: A Strategic Investment in the Security and Stability of Europe
The representatives of the European Parliament, in the report adopted today, state that the enlargement is a strategic response to the changing geopolitical reality and a vital investment in the…
Better and Safer Access to Water for Thousands of Families in Banja Luka
After decades without adequate access to water, residents of Banja Luka and surrounding areas have been provided with stable access to clean water. With the support of the European Union…
Brussels is waiting for Concrete Moves by BiH: European Money trapped in Political Procedures
Brussels is waiting for concrete moves from the authorities of Bosnia and Herzegovina. The European Union has already provided funds for reforms that could benefit both citizens and businesses. The…
Europe House marks International Women’s Day highlighting Intergenerational Challenges of Women
On the occasion of International Women’s Day, Europe House organised an event bringing together representatives of different generations to discuss the challenges women face in the economy and society. The…
The EU secured 140.5 Million Euros for Financing Reforms in BiH
At today's session of the BiH Council of Ministers, the Proposal for an Agreement on the financing of the Multiannual Action for Bosnia and Herzegovina for the period 2025 -…
EU Ambassador Soreca visits FRONTEX officers deployed at Bijaca Border Crossing
The Head of the European Delegation to Bosnia and Herzegovina and European Union Special Representative in Bosnia and Herzegovina, Ambassador Luigi Soreca, visited the Bijaca International Border Crossing together with…
Forto: There is no Political Will in the EU for Driver Residency
The European Commission has expressed concern over the announced protests in Bosnia and Herzegovina and Serbia, which have already caused significant disruptions in supply chains. They also confirmed that it…
EU Launches “A PLAN THAT GETS US MOVING” Campaign To Encourage Progress On The EU Path
The European Union in Bosnia and Herzegovina today has launched the public information campaign “A Plan That Gets Us Moving” to clearly explain Bosnia and Herzegovina’s Reform Agenda and the…
Verification Centre for Deactivated Firearms launches with OSCE Assistance
Public safety in Bosna and Herzegovina (BiH) received a major boost today with the official opening of the Verification Centre for Deactivated Firearms at the Republika Srpska Ministry of Interior Training…
Europe House Talks on Social Entrepreneurship in BiH highlight the Need for open Dialogue
Europe House hosted a public discussion “The Present and Future of Social Entrepreneurship”, bringing together representatives of institutions, civil society, the business sector and youth to discuss the development of…
Conference on Strengthening Implementation of Anti-Personnel Mine Ban Convention Opens in Sarajevo
A two-day conference titled “Strengthening the Understanding and Implementation of the Convention on the Prohibition of Anti-Personnel Mines in Bosnia and Herzegovina” opened on Wednesday, bringing together domestic and international…
The EU Delegation reacted to Fascist Symbols at Thompson’s Concert
“Images and videos from a recent concert in Siroki Brijeg show participants chanting slogans and displaying paraphernalia linked to fascist ideologies. The glorification and relativisation of fascist ideologies have no…
EU Introduces Customs Duties on Packages Worth Less Than €150 – What It Means for Online Shopping from BiH
The European Union is preparing a comprehensive reform of its customs system, originally proposed by the European Commission in 2023. In July last year, the Council of the EU approved…
EU and its Member States provide specialized Equipment to the BiH Border Police
In a coordinated Team Europe effort, the European Union and its member states, France, Italy Netherlands and Germany, handed over specialised equipment to the Border Police of Bosnia and Herzegovina…
The Citizens’ Assembly of Bosnia and Herzegovina Process Begins
By sending 5,000 invitation letters to randomly selected households across the country, the process of the Citizens’ Assembly in Bosnia and Herzegovina has begun - an innovative form of deliberative…
Europeans feel a Threat to their Security, they expect more from the EU
A new Eurobarometer survey, published ahead of the Munich Security Conference, shows that Europeans' perception of potential threats on the international scene has increased. Most of them believe that the…
BiH BP received specialized Equipment for Improvement of Operational Readiness
The European Union and its member states, France, Italy, the Netherlands and Germany, handed over specialized equipment to the Border Police of Bosnia and Herzegovina in Mostar, which includes drones…
EUFOR Commander Major General Maurizio Fronda visits Tuzla
EUFOR commander Major General Maurizio Fronda has been welcomed to Tuzla by Brigadier General Fahir Žilić, the Commander of the 5th Brigade of the Bosnia and Herzegovina Armed Forces. It…
The EU in BiH Youth Advisory Board Starts its First Term
Members of the European Union in Bosnia and Herzegovina’s Youth Advisory Board (YAB) officially commenced their term, by joining a kick-off meeting in Sarajevo, which brought together 15 young leaders…
German Contingent held a Change of Command Ceremony
The German contingent held a Change of Command Ceremony on Wednesday in Camp Butmir. This occasion marked the formal handover of command of the German Contingent from OF-4 Lieutenant Colonel…
Commission delivers €171 Million Support Package for Infrastructure in the WB
The European Commission has announced a €171 million of support to boost infrastructure development and private sector growth across Western Balkans partners. The new support package includes an investment contribution…
EU funds improvement of Water and Sanitation Services Across Bosnia and Herzegovina
The European Union remains a key partner to Bosnia and Herzegovina in improving access to safe drinking water, modern wastewater treatment and sustainable water management. Through long-term investments and expertise,…
Forto-Soreca: EU steps up Efforts to find Solutions for Professional Drivers
Head of the Delegation of the European Union (EU) in Bosnia and Herzegovina, Ambassador Luigi Soreca, said that today he held a productive meeting with the Minister of Communications and…
Kristo And Soreca Discussed Resolving The Problems Of BiH Transporters
The Chairwoman of the Council of Ministers of Bosnia and Herzegovina (BiH), Borjana Kristo, yesterday spoke by phone with the Head of the Delegation of the European Union (EU) to…
Soreca: Strengthening Security and stronger Supervision of existing Visa-free Regimes
The European Commission today adopted the first EU Strategy for visas. The goal of the Strategy is to strengthen security, including stronger supervision of existing visa-free regimes, but also to…
The EU is considering the Facilitation of Residence for professional Drivers in Schengen
According to information from the Ministry of Communications and Transport of Bosnia and Herzegovina, the European Union (EU) will today for the first time through strategic documents open the issue…
New EU Financial Support Package For The Western Balkans
The European Commission announced yesterday support worth 171 million euros to advance the development of infrastructure and the private sector in the Western Balkans. Bosnia and Herzegovina (BiH), Montenegro, Albania,…
COM EUFOR attends his first-ever Meeting with Italian Ambassador to BiH
On 26 January 2026, the newly appointed COM EUFOR Major General Maurizio Fronda had the pleasure of attending his first-ever meeting with Italian Ambassador to BiH, H.E. Mrs. Sarah Eti…
Laws that will form the Backbone of a credible, independent and professional justice System
Op-ed by the Head of the EU Delegation/EU Special Representative in BiH Luigi Soreca At the end of last year, at Sarajevo Airport, I was approached by a member of…
Brussels: Urgent Meeting of EU Ambassadors due to Trump’s Announcements on Tariffs
An urgent meeting of European Union (EU) ambassadors is scheduled for today in Brussels, after US President Donald Trump announced that he will introduce tariffs on goods from eight European…
BiH and Croatia Hold Joint Committee Meeting to Monitor Implementation of European Partnership Agreement
Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Bosnia and Herzegovina, Josip Brkić, and State Secretary for Europe of the Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs of the Republic of Croatia, Andreja…
The European Union in Bosnia and Herzegovina Establishes Its First Youth Advisory Board
The European Union in Bosnia and Herzegovina has established its first Youth Advisory Board (YAB), a new body that brings together 15 young leaders from across the country. This Board…
The Versions of two European Laws from the House of Representatives were rated as poor
My motive for harmonizing my positions with the other two members of the Board at the last session was European laws (on the HJPC and the Court of BiH), especially…
EU Allocates EUR 13.5 Million to Support locally owned Migration Management in BiH
The European Union has allocated EUR 13.5 million to strengthen Bosnia and Herzegovina’s response to irregular migration and organised crime. This assistance aims to empower state authorities to take the…
EUFOR Multinational Battalion: Handover, Takeover & Farewell
Yesterday marked an important milestone for the EUFOR Multinational Battalion as the Italian contingents — from the Marina Militare (Navy), who completed their tour, and the Esercito (Army) — formally…
Successful Story about the EU Support to start new Businesses in BiH: When a Love for Animals becomes a Profession
For Srđan from Gradiška, love for animals was never just a hobby but a way of life. He grew up surrounded by animals and took care of them together with…
BiH Council of Ministers did not discuss EU Issues at its Session
The Chairperson of the Council of Ministers of Bosnia and Herzegovina, Borjana Krišto, has decided to remove three of the most important items related to the country's European path from…
BiH Council Of Ministers To Discuss Two European Laws and Chief Negotiator
The Council of Ministers of Bosnia and Herzegovina (BiH), at the session scheduled for Tuesday, December 16th, is expected to vote in the second round on the Draft Decision on…
Balkan Barometer 2025: Citizens Trust the EU, Leaders hinder Progress
Do citizens see membership in the European Union as a salvation from dysfunctional domestic institutions? More than 2,000 citizens of the Western Balkans participated in the Balkan Barometer 2025 survey.…
Kallas and Kos called on BiH to stick to the Course towards EU Membership
On the occasion of the 30th anniversary of the official signing of the Dayton Agreement, EU High Representative Kaja Kallas and Enlargement Commissioner Marta Kos issued a statement saying that…
Cantons Take On A Central Role In The EU Process: 60% Of Legislation In Their Hands
The third conference of speakers of cantonal assemblies in the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina (FBiH), dedicated to strengthening inter-parliamentary cooperation and supporting BiH's European integration, was held on Thursday…
EU Ambassadors Join Students from University of Mostar
The final edition of the EU’s Generation ChangeStudent Talks series brought together students from both public universities in Mostar, focusing on the engagement of young people in mitigating the effects…
Soreca: Another missed Opportunity for BiH to make Progress towards a Future in the EU
Today's unsuccessful session of the Council of Ministers of BiH is another missed opportunity for Bosnia and Herzegovina to make progress towards a future in the EU, assessed the Head…
Soreca: Adoption of the Law on the Court of BiH and the HJPC is crucial for BiH’s EU Path
The EU4Justice project, in cooperation with the High Judicial and Prosecutorial Council of Bosnia and Herzegovina (HJPC BiH), today organized a thematic dialogue in Sarajevo entitled "Reformed system of handling…
The Reform Agenda approved, Implementation depends on Domestic Actors
The European Union has given the green light for Bosnia and Herzegovina to access the funds from the Growth Plan and the €976.6 million fund, which represents a unique opportunity…
The Growth Plan – A Plan To Get Bosnia and Herzegovina Moving
When Marta Kos, the European Commissioner for Enlargement, spoke before the BiH Parliamentary Assembly in September, she promised to climb Mt Maglić when Bosnia and Herzegovina joins the EU. This…
The European Commission approved the Reform Agenda of BiH
The European Commission has approved the Reform Agenda of Bosnia and Herzegovina, a key step towards unlocking up to €976.6 million under the EU's Reform and Growth Facility, the European…
Soreca: Acceptance of the Reform Agenda is just the Beginning
The Head of the European Union Delegation to Bosnia and Herzegovina, Luigi Soreca, said that the approval of the Reform Agenda for Bosnia and Herzegovina is the result of great…
EU Confirms Commitment to Roma Inclusion in BiH with New €12 Million Initiative
Roma communities in Bosnia and Herzegovina continue to face serious obstacles that affect their dignity, equal opportunities and full participation in society. Many Roma families still struggle with access to…
