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Foreign Secretary welcomes progress towards formation of State-level government in Bosnia and Herzegovina

Foreign Secretary William Hague gave a statement on the recent confirmation of Vjekoslav Bevanda as new Chair of the Council of Ministers.

• From: Foreign & Commonwealth Office and The Rt Hon William Hague
• Published: 13 January 2012

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Speaking today, the Foreign Secretary said:

“I welcome the recent progress towards formation of a State-level government in Bosnia and Herzegovina and the confirmation of Vjekoslav Bevanda as the new Chair of the Council of Ministers. It is now down to all parties in Bosnia and Herzegovina to work together to address other outstanding issues, including the State Budget. Bosnia and Herzegovina deserves a secure and prosperous future in the EU; determination, compromise and leadership will be key for Bosnia and Herzegovina to progress on this path.”

Published 13 January 2012