Constitution of Bosnia and Herzegovina
The Constitution of Bosnia and Herzegovina – A Framework of Unity and Diversity
The Constitution of Bosnia and Herzegovina, enacted in 1995 as part of the Dayton Agreement, establishes the legal foundation for the country’s governance and structure. It recognizes Bosnia and Herzegovina as a democratic republic composed of two entities—the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina and the Republika Srpska—each with its own government, but united under a central, federal framework. The Constitution also guarantees the rights of three constituent peoples—Bosniaks, Croats, and Serbs—as well as all citizens, ensuring political equality and protection for every community within the country.
Through its unique power-sharing arrangement, the Constitution aims to balance the interests of these diverse groups, promoting peace and stability after the devastating conflict of the 1990s. The document guarantees human rights, establishes the country’s institutions, and defines Bosnia and Herzegovina’s sovereignty and international standing. As the backbone of the country’s political structure, the Constitution plays a pivotal role in Bosnia and Herzegovina’s ongoing journey towards full integration into European institutions and its future development as a unified and democratic state.
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