Head of the OSCE Mission to Bosnia and Herzegovina visits Brčko

Head of the OSCE Mission (Mission) to Bosnia and Herzegovina (BiH), Ambassador Brian Aggeler, visited Brčko District today.

Ambassador Aggeler met key local counterparts, including Brčko District Mayor Esed Kadrić, and Deputy Mayor, Anto Domić. The Ambassador discussed political developments in Brčko, anti-corruption efforts, support to the establishment of the memorial for Civilian Victims of War, and social developments. During this meeting, he noted:

“I am pleased to be in Brčko today and acknowledge the District’s support to the establishment of the Conflict of Interest Commission and the Brčko District Anti-corruption Office. I look forward to seeing further institutional support to crucial anti-corruption reforms.”

Ambassador Aggeler underlined the Mission’s commitment to work with the Assembly on the implementation of the Memorandum of Understanding during his meeting with Brčko District Assembly Speaker, Siniša Milić.

“The Assembly’s efforts towards establishing the National Minority Council are a great step towards promoting mutual understanding, trust and respect,” noted Aggeler.

The significance of a thriving civil society and its engagement supporting young people, on trust building, and in the prevention of and fight against gender-based violence were elaborated as the Ambassador met with representatives of Youth Centre “Vermont”, “PRONI” Centre for Youth Development and Association of Active Women “GENDER”.

Concluding the visit, Ambassador met with Goran Pisić, Brčko District Chief of Police to discuss key anti-corruption efforts, and the Brcko District Law on Peaceful Assembly.

“The OSCE Mission to Bosnia and Herzegovina appreciates the positive co-operation with Brčko District authorities. We will continue to support our partners in the district in the interest of all citizens,” stated Aggeler.