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NEUM, 16 October 2025 – The XVIII Annual Prosecutorial Symposium, held from 14 to 17 October in Neum, brought together over 120 prosecutors and other criminal justice professionals to exchange experiences and strengthen their collective response to crimes. Over the years, the Symposium has evolved into a cornerstone event, offering invaluable training opportunities and fostering meaningful exchange in the field.

The OSCE Mission to Bosnia and Herzegovina (Mission), in co-operation with Council of Europe and EU4FAST, supported the organization of a panel discussion on access to justice and effective legal remedies for victims of crimes, including trafficking in human beings (THB). Through this engagement, the Mission worked to strengthen institutional capacities and promote a victim-centred approach to justice, ensuring that survivors receive protection and full respect for their rights.

Trafficking in human beings remains a grave violation of human rights and a serious crime. Boris Topić, National Anti-Trafficking Officer at the Mission, noted: “This event contributed to a better understanding among participants of the importance of a multi-agency approach in protecting the rights of victims of crimes, including victims of trafficking in human beings, and ensuring their access to justice through discussions and practical examples.”

Prosecutors and experts shared expertise and practices on referral mechanisms, victims' access to justice, accommodation procedures, and the functioning of safe houses. Participants also examined victim-centred and trauma-informed approaches, as well as the issue of victims' consent.

Participants were also informed about recent significant amendments to the Criminal Code of the Federation of BiH, including stricter penalties for domestic violence, the introduction of a new criminal offense, aggravated murder of female person, and the legal recognition of violence committed through digital technologies.

By facilitating this panel, the Mission strengthened inter-institutional dialogue and practical co-operation among prosecutors and relevant stakeholders. These efforts contribute to the more effective processing of serious crimes, including human trafficking, while ensuring that victims receive adequate protection and support. This initiative is part of the Mission’s broader commitment to advancing justice, promoting human rights, and supporting the rule of law across Bosnia and Herzegovina.

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Nikos Bakirtzis (Junior Research Fellow, South-East Europe Programme – ELIAMEP & Project Manager, think nea – New Narratives of EU Integration) authored the policy brief titled “Enlargement on the edge: Strategic investment, credibility and resilience” in the framework of ELIAMEP’s initiative think nea – New Narratives of EU Integration.

The memo was part of the first set of Ignita Memos — seven concise, strategic briefs developed within the Ignita Initiative. Each Memo outlines key insights and policy recommendations that define the preconditions for meaningful EU integration in the Western Balkans. Designed to strengthen civil society advocacy and guide institutional dialogue, the Memos distill lessons from the Ignita Forum’s first year and propose actionable priorities for both regional and EU-level stakeholders.

“Ignita 2025: On the Edge” was the inaugural edition of a new regional platform that brought together civil society, researchers, policymakers, the business community, and youth in sustained, strategic dialogue on the Western Balkans’ European future. Held in the repurposed creativity hub of ITP Prizren on October 8–10, 2025, the Forum’s theme, “On the Edge”, invited civil society to reclaim its role in shaping the region’s European trajectory through adaptive advocacy and grounded expertise in advancing EU accession efforts.

ELIAMEP is part of Ignita, a collaboration of regional civil society organizations led by the Open Society Foundations – Western Balkans (OSF-WB). Ignita serves as a cohesive hub for stakeholders engaged in regional cooperation and EU integration, providing a dynamic and flexible platform that adapts to the evolving landscape of enlargement policy. By employing innovative strategies and empowering key regional actors, Ignita enables a more active and informed role in shaping policymaking at both regional and EU levels. As a flagship initiative of OSF-WB, it is dedicated to forging meaningful connections and advancing a shared vision for a region fully integrated into the European Union.

You can read the policy brief here.

You can read the other policy briefs here.

Neben dem Einzelhandel richtet die Regierung ihren Fokus nun auch auf globale Getreidehändler, denen Marktmissbrauch vorgeworfen wird.

Das Arbeitsprogramm skizziert die geplanten Gesetzesinitiativen in Bereichen von Landwirtschaft über Gesundheit bis hin zur Verteidigung.

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Haftungsausschluss : Die Verdolmetschung der Debatten soll die Kommunikation erleichtern, sie stellt jedoch keine authentische Aufzeichnung der Debatten dar. Authentisch sind nur die Originalfassungen der Reden bzw. ihre überprüften schriftlichen Übersetzungen.
Quelle : © Europäische Union, 2025 - EP

Length of video : 15'

Disclaimer : The interpretation of debates serves to facilitate communication and does not constitute an authentic record of proceedings. Only the original speech or the revised written translation is authentic.
Source : © European Union, 2025 - EP

Die Zukunft der Les Républicains steht auf der Kippe: Prominente Parteiaustritte und Diskussionen über eine „Koalition des guten Willens“ mit Rechtsaußen sorgen vor den Kommunalwahlen im kommenden Frühjahr für heftige Turbulenzen.