AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoMedia & Ownership: Bosnia and Herzegovina journalists are among those watching the Adria News Network sale to Alpac Capital, with the European Federation of Journalists warning the deal could harm media pluralism and editorial independence across the Western Balkans. High Representative Politics: UN Security Council-linked reporting on Christian Schmidt’s exit keeps attention on Bosnia’s top international role, with diplomats and local voices debating what comes next and how stability is being managed. EU Integration & Climate: Sarajevo received an EU Mission Label for its City Climate Agreement, unlocking support via the EU’s climate cities network and finance links aimed at hitting climate neutrality goals by 2030. Local Economy: Young homebuyers are still blocked from Bosnia’s VAT refund for first real estate because the ITA has not adopted the needed rulebook, leaving the promised up to 25,000 BAM refunds in limbo. Sports & Sarajevo: Bosnia’s national team plays North Macedonia in Sarajevo ahead of the World Cup, with coach Sergej Barbarez calling it a “test of character” and a key step in final preparations. World Cup Build-up: Sarajevo is also being highlighted as Europe’s cheapest city break for 2026, with a weekend trip priced far below the continent’s most expensive destinations.
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