Kallas: Election of Schmidt's successor in June
BRUSSELS – EU High Representative for Foreign and Security Policy Kaja Kallas stated today that the functioning of BiH could become more complicated after the departure of Christian Schmidt, and that it is in the EU's interest for the country to remain on the European path.
TL;DR
- EU High Representative Kaja Kallas believes Bosnia and Herzegovina's functioning may become more complex after Christian Schmidt's departure.
- The EU has an interest in Bosnia and Herzegovina remaining on its European path.
- Schmidt's successor is expected to be chosen in June by the Peace Implementation Council.
- Christian Schmidt will remain in Bosnia and Herzegovina until his successor is elected.
- Republika Srpska does not recognize Schmidt as the High Representative due to his appointment not being confirmed by the UN Security Council.