Latest news in Bosnia and Herzegovina? September 3rd, 2026
03-09-2026
The main news developments in Bosnia and Herzegovina around September 3, 2026:
- Official Start of the 2026 Election Campaign: The Central Election Commission (CEC) of Bosnia and Herzegovina announced that the official campaign period for the upcoming general elections begins on Friday, September 4, lasting until election silence takes effect on October 3. The election body issued a public appeal to all political entities, candidates, and media outlets to adhere strictly to campaign regulations and maintain fair discourse. Ground News
- Balkan Shield 2026 Defense Expo in Sarajevo: The country is hosting the “First Balkan Shield 2026 – Defense Industry Expo & Summit” (running September 1–4) at the Olympic Hall “Juan Antonio Samaranch” (Zetra) in Sarajevo. It is the first international dedicated defense and security fair hosted in BiH, gathering domestic producers alongside international delegations from countries including Turkey, Egypt, Slovenia, China, and the United States. Sarajevo Times+ 1
- Upcoming Sarajevo Security Conference: Preparations are underway for the 4th edition of the Sarajevo Security Conference, scheduled to convene on September 4–6, bringing regional and European security experts, NATO representatives, and defense policymakers together at Sarajevo City Hall to discuss regional stability, cyber defense, and European security architecture. sarajevosecurityconference.com