Milorad Dodik, President of Bosnia’s Republika Srpska (RS) entity, extended his congratulations to Donald Trump following his election victory, expressing hope that Trump’s new term would bring a renewed vision to US foreign policy, especially regarding Bosnia and Herzegovina.

“This is an opportunity for America to show that it respects diversity and to channel its strength toward cooperation and stability, respecting the rights and needs of every nation,” Dodik said in his statement.

For Republika Srpska and himself personally, Dodik views Trump’s win as a return to values he holds dear—family, freedom of choice, and the right to preserve cultural traditions. “In a world where individuals and nations are often asked to forget their roots, I see Trump’s leadership as a chance for a different, fairer approach that won’t impose ideas that Americans themselves don’t support at home,” Dodik added.

He emphasized that he expects the new US administration to be a partner that understands the importance of stability and supports local leaders in making their own decisions about the future.

“This is the path to sustainable peace and progress—each community having the freedom to develop in line with its values and traditions,” Dodik concluded, expressing optimism for stronger ties between Republika Srpska and the United States, built on mutual respect and shared goals.