JOINT STATEMENT FROM THE EMBASSIES OF THE UNITED STATES, UNITED KINGDOM, GERMANY, FRANCE, AND ITALY

Sarajevo, 28 August 2019

“The decision to postpone yesterday’s Presidency Session underlines the need for compromise and consensus-building among BiH’s political parties and leaders.

We remain committed to ensuring the peace and stability that will bring prosperity to all BiH citizens. Government formation and continued progress towards reforms that are consistent with existing foreign policy goals and commitments, are crucial next steps for BiH and its future.

We reaffirm our steadfast commitment to strong and effective state institutions and call upon all political leaders to fully respect and uphold the constitution and laws of BiH.”

The European Union Delegation and European Union Special Representative in BiH supports this statement.