Head of the OSCE Mission to Bosnia and Herzegovina visits Srebrenica

Ambassador Brian Aggeler, Head of the OSCE Mission to BiH, visits Srebrenica, 3 March 2023 (OSCE) Photo details

SREBRENICA, 3 March 2023 - Ambassador Brian Aggeler, Head of the OSCE Mission to BiH, visited Srebrenica area today where he met key local counterparts.

At Potočari Memorial Centre, Ambassador Aggeler paid tribute to the genocide victims and laid flowers. During the meeting with the Potočari Memorial Center Assistant Director, Amra Begić Fazlić, the Ambassador affirmed the Mission's commitment that the victims of the 1995 genocide in Srebrenica should never be forgotten.

"It was important to learn more about the plans of the Centre and its expanding scope of activities including networking with similar associations around the world," said Aggeler, expressing hope for collaboration opportunities in the coming period. "What the Centre does has great value for all generations in BiH and beyond," added Ambassador Aggeler.

With the Srebrenica Mayor, Mladen Grujičić, and Deputy Mayor, Hamdija Fejzić, Ambassador Aggeler discussed the critical importance of continued efforts to strengthen community cohesion and overcome any security challenges faced by the municipality and its citizens.

Ambassador Aggeler also met leaders of Bratunac-based Serb and Bosniak associations of detention camp survivors with whom he talked about paving a path for a legacy of reconciliation and trust-building beyond the Srebrenica area.

"Your co-operation and joint activities have demonstrated incredible strength and determination to play a constructive role in the municipality and wider community," concluded Aggeler.

The OSCE Mission to Bosnia and Herzegovina will continue to co-operate with and assist various municipalities and cities across BiH in furthering the country's progress in relevant sectors of significance for all of its citizens.

Željka Šulc Bosnia and Herzegovina