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OSCE-Supported Aarhus Center Opens in Mostar
MOSTAR, 10 March 2026 – The fifth Aarhus Centre in Bosnia and Herzegovina opened today in Mostar, further strengthening the nationwide network that supports citizens in exercising their environmental rights.The opening marks an important step in advancing the implementation of the Aarhus Convention in Bosnia and Herzegovina. It contributes to improved environmental governance, increased public participation in decision-making, and greater institutional accountability in matters related to environmental protection.

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OSCE Head reaffirms commitment to inclusive governance and rule of law in Brčko and Posavina
Brčko/Orašje, 10 March 2026 - Ambassador Rick Holtzapple, Head of the OSCE Mission to Bosnia and Herzegovina (Mission), conducted a two-day visit to Brčko District of Bosnia and Herzegovina (BiH) and Posavina Canton, reaffirming the Mission’s commitment to inclusive governance, the rule of law and community development in BiH.

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Strengthening Democratic Oversight: OSCE Mission and Parliamentary Bodies Discuss Defence and Security Reform
04 March 2026, SARAJEVO – Democratic oversight of the defence and security sector remains fundamental to stability, accountability, and public trust in Bosnia and Herzegovina. In this context, the Head of the OSCE Mission to Bosnia and Herzegovina, Ambassador Rick Holtzapple, met with the leadership of the Joint Committee on Defence and Security, the Parliamentary Military Commissioner, and the Citizens' Complaint Board to review progress, address ongoing challenges, and reaffirm the Mission's continued support to parliamentary oversight institutions.
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