Statement by the Chair of the PIC Steering Board – Video

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Today, I am addressing you as the Chair of the Peace Implementation Council Steering Board.

The Peace Implementation Council Steering Board Ambassadors met today to discuss current political developments relating to the proceedings against Republika Srpska President Milorad Dodik and the RS Official Gazette Acting Director Miloš Lukić.

Members welcomed the recent statement of the OSCE Mission to Bosnia and Herzegovina and reiterated calls for all to refrain from interference, pressure, and political threats and respect the independence of the judiciary of Bosnia and Herzegovina.

Members reaffirmed their unequivocal commitment to the territorial integrity of Bosnia and Herzegovina as a single sovereign state comprising two entities, the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina and Republika Srpska, and Brčko District.

And here is my personal message to all citizens of Bosnia and Herzegovina:

Fellows, I understand that many of you are deeply concerned about recent developments.

Be assured that the international Community remains vigilant. The Dayton order and state institutions remain protected and have to be respected.

The International Community remains firmly committed to peace and stability in this region.

Bosnia and Herzegovina is not negotiable.

Bosnia and Herzegovina will continue to move forward on its European path. I know that citizens of this country know very well and understand and dedicate themselves to the way to European integration, and they will have help along the way.

Thank you.