Bosnia Herzegovina Sarajevo
Bosnia and Herzegovina
The 1995 General Framework Agreement for Peace in Bosnia and Herzegovina (the Dayton Accords) created the independent state of Bosnia and Herzegovina (BiH), previously one of the constituent republics of Yugoslavia. The Agreement also created two multiethnic constituent entities within the state: The Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina (the Federation) and the Republika Srpska (RS), along with the independent District of Brcko. The Federation has a postwar Bosnian Muslim (Bosniak) and Croat majority, while the RS has a postwar Bosnian Serb majority. The Constitution (Annex 4 of the Dayton Accords) established a federal democratic republic and assigned many governmental functions to the two entities, which have their own governments. The Accords also provided for the Office of the High Representative (OHR) to oversee implementation of civilian provisions. The OHR has the power to impose legislation and remove officials who obstruct the implement ... [Read More]
Bosnia and Herzegovina
The 1995 General Framework Agreement for Peace in Bosnia and Herzegovina (the Dayton Accords) created the independent state of Bosnia and Herzegovina (BiH), previously one of the constituent republics of Yugoslavia. The agreement also created two multiethnic constituent entities within the state: The Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina (the Federation) and the Republika Srpska (RS). The Federation has a postwar Bosnian Muslim (Bosniak) and Croat majority while the RS has a postwar Bosnian Serb majority. The Constitution (Annex 4 of the Dayton Accords) established a central government with a bicameral legislature, a three-member presidency (consisting of a Bosniak, a Serb, and a Croat), a council of ministers, a constitutional court, and a central bank. The Accords assigned many governmental functions to the two entities, which have their own governments, Parliaments, militaries and police forces. The Accords also provided for the Office of the ... [Read More]
NATOs Role in Bosnia and Herzegovina
The United States and NATO are not leaving Bosnia. NATO Headquarters Sarajevo will operate in close cooperation with the EU, taking up the challenge of defense reform, continuing efforts to locate and apprehend indicted war criminals, and working with local authorities in Bosnia and Herzegovina to combat terrorism. The United States remains committed to the security and stability of Bosnia and Herzegovina, including through a significant contribution to the NATO Headquarters and a continued presence at Camp Eagle in Tuzla. ... [Read More]
Mine Action in Bosnia-Herzegovina
Sarajevo, Bosnia-Herzegovina ... For support to Bosnia-Herzegovina, the United States will be matching contributions from Austria, Denmark, Korea, the European Union, Norway, Sweden, Switzerland, the United Kingdom, and some private donors. ... Mine Action in Bosnia-Herzegovina ... [Read More]
NATO-led Mission Ends in Bosnia and Herzegovina
The United States and NATO are not leaving Bosnia. A new NATO Headquarters -Sarajevo, in close cooperation with the EU, is taking up the challenge of defense reform, continuing its efforts to locate and apprehend indicted war criminals, and working with local authorities in Bosnia and Herzegovina to combat terrorism. The United States remains committed to the security and stability of Bosnia and Herzegovina through a significant contribution to the NATO headquarters and a continued presence at Camp Eagle in Tuzla. ... [Read More]
Bosnia-Herzegovina
CRIME: Although street crime is relatively low and violent crimes are rare, pick pocketing and vehicle break-ins are a problem, and are on the rise in the capital city, Sarajevo. Most pickpockets operate in pairs and employ distraction methods to execute their craft. Sarajevo has also seen a recent marked rise in confrontational crimes, such as attempted muggings. Travelers should take normal precautions to protect their property from theft and exercise common sense personal security measures, traveling in groups, and staying in well-lighted areas after dark. Confrontations with local citizens resulting from traffic incidents or public disagreements should be avoided. INFORMATION FOR VICTIMS OF CRIME: The loss or ... [Read More]
Bosnia-Herzegovina
December 27, 2004 This Travel Warning has been revised to update security information and remind American citizens of the potential danger of travel to Bosnia and Herzegovina. This Travel Warning supersedes that of June 2, 2004. The Department of State warns U.S. citizens that there are still risks from occasional localized political violence, landmines, and unexploded ordnance in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Local violence may occur without warning, related to political developments in ... [Read More]
Bosnia and Herzegovina (11/04)
The implementation of the Dayton Accords of 1995 has focused the efforts of policymakers in Bosnia and Herzegovina, as well as the international community, on regional stabilization in the former Yugoslavia. However, with the efforts to bring peace in Kosovo and Macedonia, donor resources for Bosnia and Herzegovina have diminished. Bosnia and Herzegovina's relations with its neighbors Croatia, Albania, and Serbia have been fairly stable since the signing of Dayton in 1995. The U.S. role in the Dayton Accords and their implementation has been key to successes in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Since the Dayton Accords were signed, over $14 billion in foreign aid has moved into Bosnia and Herzegovina, approximately $940 million of it coming from SEED funds. As stated above, this support has been key to the growth and revitalization of the economy and infrastructure in the republic. In addition to SEED funding, U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) programs have been crucial to t ... [Read More]
U.S. Department of State -- Key Officers - Bosnia-Herzegovina
Return to Main Page | Return to Previous Page | Printable Version Bosnia-Herzegovina SARAJEVO (E) Address: Alipasina 43; Phone: +387 33 445 700; Fax: +387 33 659 722; Workweek: Monday - Friday 8:00AM to 5:00PM OfficerNameAMB Douglas McElhaneyAMB OMS ... [Read More]
Bosnia & Herzegovina
1111--12/02/04 NATO-led Mission in Bosnia and Herzegovina Ends; Camp Butmir; Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina ... Bureau of Public Affairs Electronic Information and Publications Office [Read More]
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