Press Conferences
12/04/2019
Remarks by HR Valentin Inzko and PDHR Michael Scanlan at the press conference following the session of the PIC Steering Board
During the first day of our meeting, we had two thematic sessions. The first one we dedicated to local level developments which, unfortunately, tend to be neglected due to the fact that bigger events and developments attract the most attention.
06/18/2019
Remarks by HR Valentin Inzko and PDHR Michael Scanlan at the press conference following the session of the PIC Steering Board
Over the last two days, we have had an extensive agenda, which, I am sure, does not come as a surprise for you.
12/05/2018
Remarks by HR and PDHR at a press conference following the session of the PIC Steering Board
It is unfortunate that the Russian Federation was not able to join the Communique this time due to disagreement on certain issues, but I want to reiterate that the Russian Federation is a valued member of the PIC and that despite this fact, the international community remains united in its goal of encouraging a stable and prosperous Bosnia and Herz [...]
06/06/2018
Press conference following the session of the PIC Steering Board
Our discussions were very focused and the Political Directors shared most of the same concerns about the direction in which BiH is going and on what the priorities need to be in the period ahead.
12/08/2017
Press Conference following the session of the PIC Steering Board
Over the course of our session, we reached a high level of agreement when it comes to the text of the Communique, although – unfortunately, the Russian Federation decided not to associate themselves with the text.
12/07/2016
Press Conference following the session of the PIC Steering Board
I am pleased to say that there was a high-level of consensus on the text of the Communique, although, unfortunately, the Russian Federation provided a footnote to one of the paragraphs with which it could not agree.
06/08/2016
Press Conference following the session of the PIC Steering Board
Firstly, we are welcoming the application letter of 15th of February. Some members regretted that not much progress has been achieved after the 16th of February, but it was a very important step for Bosnia and Herzegovina because BiH has decided about its direction.
12/03/2015
Press Conference following the session of the PIC Steering Board
As you are aware, over the course of today and yesterday, we had the session of the PIC Steering Board Political Directors and, as has become customary, after these sessions, Bruce and I wanted to talk to you directly.
06/10/2015
Press Conference following the session of the PIC Steering Board
First of all, let me stress that there was consensus among PIC Steering Board members about what needs to be done in order to get Bosnia and Herzegovina back on a positive trajectory.
03/17/2015
Parties need to ensure uninterrupted work of institutions
Any action that would paralyze the institutions of Bosnia and Herzegovina and prevent the Parliament from functioning is unconstructive and unacceptable.