Sarajevo, 12 March 2026 – A presentation of the OECD report on economic reforms and improving the competitiveness of the private sector in Bosnia and Herzegovina was held today at the premises of the Foreign Trade Chamber of Bosnia and Herzegovina, within the initiative “EU for Private Sector Development” (EU4PSD).
Participants of the meeting, including representatives of state institutions of Bosnia and Herzegovina, the private sector, international organizations, and embassies, had the opportunity to discuss key challenges and achievements, as well as further steps for improving the business environment. On behalf of the GOPA project, the meeting was also attended by the Project Manager, Ms. Efka Heder, whose presence contributed to the exchange of experiences and strengthening of cooperation.
On its path towards membership in the European Union, Bosnia and Herzegovina faces numerous structural challenges. Overcoming these challenges is crucial not only for meeting accession criteria but also for achieving sustainable and inclusive economic growth. During the meeting, the report “Advancing Private Sector Reforms in Bosnia and Herzegovina” was presented, analyzing the current level of implementation of economic reforms in the context of EU integration.
The meeting concluded that it is necessary to continue implementing the recommendations from the report, with the support of international partners, in order to enable stronger private sector development and accelerate Bosnia and Herzegovina’s economic convergence towards the European Union.
Link to the report: https://www.oecd.org/en/publications/assessing-bosnia-and-herzegovina-s-reform-agenda-for-private-sector-development_12b64ce6-en.html
