Speeches
05/12/2026
High Representative’s Address to the United Nations Security Council
Mr. President, Distinguished Members of the Security Council, Esteemed Chairman of the Presidency of Bosnia and Herzegovina
03/09/2026
Speech by the PDHR and Brčko District Supervisor Louis Crishock at the Brčko District 26th Anniversary ceremony
Today we gather to celebrate a new milestone in the journey of the Brčko District of Bosnia and Herzegovina - 26 years of hope, determination, and relentless efforts to achieve the goals set at its foundation.
07/11/2025
Speech by High Representative Christian Schmidt on the occasion of the Commemoration marking the 30th Anniversary of the Genocide in Srebrenica in Potocari, 11 July 2025
Dear survivors, mothers and families of the Srebrenica genocide victims,
05/06/2025
High Representative’s Address to the United Nations Security Council
In two days’ time, on May 8th, we will commemorate 80 years since the end of World War Two in Europe.
03/07/2025
Speech by the PDHR and Brčko Supervisor Louis Crishock at the Brčko District 25th Anniversary ceremony
Drage Brčanke i Brčaci, dragi gosti, Let me begin today by sharing the best wishes of High Representative Christian Schmidt for a successful and productive celebration of Brčko District Day.
09/19/2024
PDHR/Brčko Supervisor’s speech at the Workshop: “Promoting Port of Brčko as logistics gateway and its better integration into Rhine-Danube TEN-T core corridor”
The strategic significance of this country—and indeed the Brčko District—in the broader European context is too often underappreciated by local stakeholders. This is a mistake. The European Union has clearly recognized the important role the Western Balkans play in integrating and managing one of Europe’s key trade arteries—the Rhine-Danube transpo [...]
07/11/2024
High Representative’s opening remarks at the commemoration of the 29th anniversary of Srebrenica Genocide
On 23 May, the United Nations General Assembly adopted a resolution designating 11 July as the “International Day of Reflection and Commemoration of the 1995 Genocide in Srebrenica” and condemning any denial of that historical event and any actions that glorify those convicted of war crimes, crimes against humanity and genocide by international cou [...]
05/15/2024
High Representative’s Address to the United Nations Security Council
This is now the third year that I am addressing the UN Security Council as High Representative for Bosnia and Herzegovina. Since my appointment on 27 May 2021, I have submitted to the UN Secretary General and the Security Council six reports on the implementation of the General Framework Agreement for Peace in Bosnia and Herzegovina.
03/08/2024
Brčko District is a testament to the power of reconciliation and coexistence, authorities must use the opportunities ahead
On this joyful occasion of the Brčko District Day, coupled with the celebration of the International Women's Day, I extend my warmest congratulations to each and every one of you. It's a moment to reflect on our journey, our achievements, and the path ahead.
05/10/2023
Remarks by High Representative Christian Schmidt to the United Nations Security Council
Almost three decades have passed since the signing of the Dayton Peace Agreement. I see encouraging developments in post-conflict Bosnia and Herzegovina, but I also see profound threats to the fundamentals of the Peace Agreement. I am pleased to have the opportunity to report to the UN Security Council about the situation.