politics

March 19, 2026

Savo Mitić's Triple-Double

Opposition warnings that Milorad Dodik and Ana Trišić Babić do not have the authority to appoint a prime minister did not help. Therefore, somewhat comically, Mitić will become prime minister for the third time, proposed by Siniša Karan.

Savo Mitić's Triple-Double

TL;DR

  • Prime Minister Savo Mitić resigned for the second time to ensure the legality and legitimacy of the government.
  • Mitić will be reappointed by the President of the Republic of Srpska, Siniša Karan, with an unchanged cabinet.
  • The resignation is intended to address international challenges to the government's legitimacy and facilitate access to the international capital market.
  • Opposition parties, including Ognjen Bodiroga and Nebojša Vukanović, criticized the move as mocking institutions and a sign of incompetence.
  • Bodiroga pointed out that the previous appointment by acting President Ana Trišić Babić was unconstitutional as the role of acting president is not recognized.
  • Milorad Dodik stated that the government will be confirmed by March 18th, emphasizing its stability despite pressures.

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