On 12 June 2026, the European Parliament published amendments to its 2025 report on Bosnia and Herzegovina, tabled by the ESN Group, that introduce a markedly more critical tone. The amendments question the credibility of the Reform Agenda, alleging deliberate political obstruction in fighting high-level corruption and judicial politicisation.
The three amendments, all from the ESN Group, target key areas of the report. Amendment 2 adds a new paragraph linking BiH's lack of anti-corruption progress to the failure to eliminate political influence over judicial appointments, expressing concern that key decision-makers seek to retain mechanisms enabling political control. Amendment 3 notes with regret the lack of progress on dispute-settlement recommendations tied to the Common Regional Market, casting doubt on BiH's regional cooperation. Amendment 4 directly cites Transparency International's concerns about a lack of transparency in drafting the Reform Agenda and warns that political interests, particularly regarding high-level corruption, will undermine the entire reform process.
The amendments shift the report's tone from cautious assessment to active alarm, highlighting systemic failures and deliberate resistance rather than mere lack of progress. This stance diverges from groups that view the Reform Agenda more favourably or emphasise BiH's progress.
The amendments, if adopted, would increase pressure on BiH authorities to demonstrate concrete anti-corruption and judicial reforms, potentially affecting EU accession negotiations. EU institutions may face calls for stricter conditionality. Civil society and transparency advocates would see their concerns validated, while BiH's political elites could face heightened scrutiny. The amendments also signal a more sceptical stance within the European Parliament, potentially complicating consensus on the final report.
The report, drafted by Ondřej Kolář, is scheduled for a plenary vote. The amendments will be debated and voted on in committee before the final plenary decision. The Council and Commission will monitor the outcome, which could influence EU funding and enlargement policy toward Bosnia and Herzegovina.
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