OHR Press Releases
07/23/2021
High Representative Valentin Inzko introduced today amendment to the BH Criminal Code
High Representative Valentin Inzko introduced amendments to the Criminal Code of Bosnia-Herzegovina today, sanctioning the glorification of war criminals convicted by final and binding judgments and the denial of genocide, crimes against humanity and war crimes
07/22/2021
High Representative pays respect to Hatidža Mehmedović
The High Representative visited the Suceska cemetery in order to pay respect to Hatidža Mehmedović, on the third anniversary of her death.
07/11/2021
Statement by High Representative Valentin Inzko on the 26th Anniversary of the Srebrenica Genocide
Bosnia and Herzegovina has utterly changed since 1995 – but post-war recovery is not only about repairing physical damage. It is a complex process.
06/29/2021
Brčko’s prosperity requires a safe, corruption-free, and inclusive environment
Progress in Brčko presupposes a mine free environment, a firm and committed fight against corruption, and an inclusive environment for all Brčko's residents.
06/17/2021
An effective administration and zero tolerance of corruption is the key to the District’s prosperity
Brčko has marked an important milestone in ensuring its prosperity. This week saw concrete steps being taken to ensure the construction of a new Brčko-Gunja bridge, the reconstruction of the existing bridge, and the modernisation of the Brčko Port, the Principal Deputy High Representative and Brčko District Supervisor, Michael Scanlan, stated today [...]
06/02/2021
Authorities must protect journalists
“Authorities in Bosnia and Herzegovina must protect journalists and ensure that they can perform their professional duties without being intimidated or threatened. Threats against media professionals represent an attack on human rights.
05/26/2021
Journalists and political analysts in Bosnia and Herzegovina must be able to do their job without pressure and intimidation
The OSCE Mission to BiH and the Swedish Embassy in BiH on behalf of the OSCE 2021 Swedish Chairpersonship, the OHR, the EU Delegation to BiH/EUSR, the German Embassy in BiH, the U.S. Embassy to BiH, and the British Embassy to BiH strongly condemn the latest attacks on the personal and professional integrity of Banja Luka-based political analyst and [...]
05/26/2021
Reforms in Brčko will succeed if politics and patronage are kept out of public administration
Brčko is on the right track, but success will depend on the timely completion of the EBRD and World Bank infrastructure projects and the focused expenditure of budget funds to the benefit of the community as a whole, said the Principal Deputy High Representative and Brčko Supervisor, Michael Scanlan.
05/10/2021
Public administration reform and fighting corruption must be Brčko’s top priorities
Brčko is making important progress on infrastructure development and legislation that promotes good governance and transparency, and that is to be applauded.
04/26/2021
Positive Change in Brčko is Underway, but Reforms Need to be Accelerated
Positive changes are underway in Brčko, be it on infrastructure, business investment, and improved public services. Indeed, over the last 18 months, important laws have been adopted and steps taken to enhance transparency and good governance.