The Federation (FBiH) entity Prime Minister, Nermin Niksic, met with the Head of the OSCE Mission to Bosnia and Herzegovina, Ambassador Brian Aggeler on Tuesday.

The topics of the meeting were related to the current situation in the reforms implemented in the country, and cooperation in the processes of adopting regulations important for BiH’s EU accession.

Prime Minister Niksic informed the Ambassador about the activities and progress achieved in the adoption of laws concerning the fulfilment of priorities on Bosnia’s EU path.

The two discussed the tragic events in Gradacac when a man killed three people, including his unwed wife, highlighting a strong commitment to cooperation and improvement of the legislative framework that will enable a more effective fight against domestic violence.

“We absolutely support all possible measures that will contribute to preventive action, prevention of violent behaviour and protection of victims. Speaking of amendments to the Criminal Code, as well as other necessary laws that regulate this area, I have already signed certain acts for the FBiH Government. Certainly, in this context, we welcome the contribution, mediation and suggestions of the OSCE, as well as of all good practices from the democratic world,” Niksic said.

They also agreed that it is necessary to continue working on solutions to protect the integrity of the electoral process in BiH.

Ambassador Aggeler stressed his readiness to provide assistance in drafting domestic legislation and solving all important issues.