Presentation Type
Poster
Faculty Advisor
Ning Liao
Access Type
Open Access
Start Date
25-4-2025 9:00 AM
End Date
25-4-2025 9:59 AM
Description
Thirty years later, Bosnia and Herzegovina (BiH) continues to confront the persistent challenges stemming from its post-conflict legacy following the 1992–1995 Bosnian war and genocide, particularly the systemic issues of corruption, weak governance, and deep ethnic divisions established by Western powers through the Dayton Peace Agreement. These factors not only hinder BiH's socio-economic development but also obstruct its aspirations for European Union (EU) integration and regional stability. This paper emphasizes the critical importance of addressing domestic justice and anti-corruption efforts as a means to achieve lasting peace and stability. Utilizing a threefold framework—considering external and domestic influences alongside environmental governance that hinder development—it articulates the complex interplay of factors shaping BiH's fragmented political landscape. By analyzing historical contexts and current development issues, the paper explores evaluations of BiH's development progress and proposes actionable policy recommendations aimed at reinforcing institutional integrity, enhancing accountability, and promoting inclusive governance. Moreover, it underscores the necessity for both domestic and international stakeholders to collaborate in fostering a culture of transparency and participation, vital for BiH's path toward the United Nation's Sustainable Development Goal 16, which seeks to establish meaningful peace, justice, and strong institutions. Ultimately, the successful navigation of these challenges can not only help unify BiH but also contribute to a more peaceful and cooperative Balkan region in the future, especially in light of geopolitical tensions such as the Russia-Ukraine conflict and anti-corruption protests in the Balkans that have encouraged the EU to accelerate the membership process for numerous Balkan countries.
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Bridging divides: Addressing sustainable goal 16 in Bosnia and Herzegovina
Thirty years later, Bosnia and Herzegovina (BiH) continues to confront the persistent challenges stemming from its post-conflict legacy following the 1992–1995 Bosnian war and genocide, particularly the systemic issues of corruption, weak governance, and deep ethnic divisions established by Western powers through the Dayton Peace Agreement. These factors not only hinder BiH's socio-economic development but also obstruct its aspirations for European Union (EU) integration and regional stability. This paper emphasizes the critical importance of addressing domestic justice and anti-corruption efforts as a means to achieve lasting peace and stability. Utilizing a threefold framework—considering external and domestic influences alongside environmental governance that hinder development—it articulates the complex interplay of factors shaping BiH's fragmented political landscape. By analyzing historical contexts and current development issues, the paper explores evaluations of BiH's development progress and proposes actionable policy recommendations aimed at reinforcing institutional integrity, enhancing accountability, and promoting inclusive governance. Moreover, it underscores the necessity for both domestic and international stakeholders to collaborate in fostering a culture of transparency and participation, vital for BiH's path toward the United Nation's Sustainable Development Goal 16, which seeks to establish meaningful peace, justice, and strong institutions. Ultimately, the successful navigation of these challenges can not only help unify BiH but also contribute to a more peaceful and cooperative Balkan region in the future, especially in light of geopolitical tensions such as the Russia-Ukraine conflict and anti-corruption protests in the Balkans that have encouraged the EU to accelerate the membership process for numerous Balkan countries.
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Poster presentation at the 2025 Student Research Symposium.