Entry ban for Dodik: Austria and Germany draw consequences!

Entry ban for Dodik: Austria and Germany draw consequences!

Sarajevo, Bosnien-Herzegowina - The Serbian President Milorad Dodik von Bosnia-Herzegovina faces a strict ban on entry. Austria and Germany have decided to deny Dodik and two other republica Srpska politicians. These measures were taken for the region due to Dodik's close relationship with Russia and its separatist ambitions. This reports Vol.at .

The entry restrictions were announced by Austria's Foreign Minister Beate Meinl-Reisinger during a meeting in Sarajevo, where she replaced with the German EU State Secretary Anna Lührmann. As part of her visit, she will also have talks with the Bosnian Foreign Minister Elmedin Konaković and the high representative of Bosnia-Herzegovina, Christian Schmidt. In addition, she is planning a meeting with the Bosnian Prime Minister Borjana Krišto and a visit to the EU protection troop camp Eufor in Camp Butmir.

increased tensions in the region

The current measures are not to be considered in isolation. The pressure on the region increases, which led to the decision to increase the Eufor troops in Bosnia-Herzegovina. The reason for this increased military presence is the continuing tensions caused by separatist efforts in the Serbian part of the country. Security experts warn that the general domestic situation in Bosnia and Herzegovina can appear stable, but can still pay unpredictable tensions.

The Federal Foreign Office advises travelers to Bosnia-Herzegovina to find out about the current situation and to take security measures. While protests are usually peaceful, travelers should be careful near football games because there can also be incidents. A lower crime rate is reported, but pickpockets can also occur in tourist areas. Travelers should make sure that they always pay attention to their valuables.

travel preparations and safety instructions

The Federal Foreign Office recommends that you to be informed of the crisis prior list in order to be informed about developments if necessary. It is also advised to find out about general travel conditions, in particular about the need for travel health insurance. Medical care in Bosnia-Herzegovina does not correspond to the EU standards, which is why sufficient health insurance protection is advisable.

In addition, travelers are asked to check the entry requirements and to inquire about authorities or messages. For stays over three days, there is an obligation to register for foreign nationals. It is important for German citizens to know that they do not need a visa for stays of up to 90 days. Current information on the safety of the travelers are available at Ausertiges-amt.de

With the new entry restrictions and the increased military presence, the security situation in Bosnia-Herzegovina remains an important topic that concerns both the political leaders of the region and international actors.