Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic sent a congratulatory message to Milorad Dodik on his election as President of Republika Srpska, said Vucic’s office.

“I am convinced that you will work persistently and with a strong will to bring progress to Republika Srpska (RS) [entity], and prosperity to all its citizens. I am also convinced that, with your political experience, you will responsibly deal with the various challenges of today, while at the same time preserving peace and stability in Bosnia and Herzegovina,” Serbian President’s office quoted him as saying.

“You can always count on Serbia’s sincere friendship, as well as on our selfless support and cooperation in fostering political, cultural, economic and spiritual ties,” said Vucic.