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July 25, 2025 in Development, Economy

Economic Potentials of the Municipality of Brod Presented at the Economic Forum of Republika Srpska and the Republic of Tatarstan

As part of strengthening economic and trade ties between Republika Srpska and the Republic of Tatarstan, the President of the Chamber of Commerce of Republika Srpska, Goran Račić, and the Vice President of the Chamber of Commerce of the Republic of Tatarstan signed a cooperation agreement on Wednesday, July 23, in Banja Luka.

This agreement represents a significant step toward enhancing bilateral economic cooperation between the two republics.

Following the signing ceremony, the Republika Srpska – Republic of Tatarstan Economic Forum was held, featuring more than ten domestic companies from the agriculture and food processing sectors. The forum also included a series of bilateral meetings, during which representatives of the Tatarstan delegation had the opportunity to familiarize themselves with ten local communities from Republika Srpska.

The Municipality of Brod was represented at the forum by Mihaela Malešević, Head of the Local Development Department, who presented in detail the economic potentials of this local community. During the presentation, the efforts made by the municipality to attract investments were highlighted, as well as the numerous benefits and opportunities Brod offers to potential investors.

The main goal of the forum was to showcase the economic potentials of Republika Srpska, with a focus on establishing and strengthening investment cooperation with the Republic of Tatarstan.

The event was attended by high-ranking officials, including the Ambassador of the Russian Federation to Bosnia and Herzegovina, Igor Kalabukhov, the Head of the Republika Srpska Representation in Moscow, Duško Perović, the Prime Minister of Republika Srpska, Radovan Višković, ministers from the Republika Srpska government, and numerous entrepreneurs.

At this forum, the Municipality of Brod further emphasized its strategic importance as an attractive investment destination, thereby contributing to the promotion of economic development and regional cooperation.

July 9, 2025 in Announcement, Business zone, Development, Economy

Verification visit completed: Municipality of Brod on the way to the second BFC SEE certification

The Municipality of Brod has successfully completed another significant stage in the process of certification of cities and municipalities with a favorable business environment in Southeast Europe (BFC SEE – Business Friendly Certification South East Europe).

Yesterday, a verification visit was held in the premises of the Municipal Administration by an international commission consisting of: Mišel Pavlica (Republika Srpska), Jovica Damnjanović (Serbia) and Petar Trpčevski (North Macedonia).

The visit was also attended by Olivera Radić and Svjetlana Kević Zrnić, as representatives of the Chamber of Commerce of the Republika Srpska, which is an accredited institution for the realization of the favorable business environment certification program in the Republika Srpska.

During this phase of the process, the commission analyzed the compliance of the local self-government with the requirements of this internationally recognized standard, which includes ten complex criteria and a total of 62 sub-criteria, including 15 elimination ones.

The municipality was obliged to submit 35 numerical indicators, as well as six examples of good practice. The key condition for obtaining a certificate is the fulfillment of at least 75% of all criteria, with mandatory fulfillment of all elimination criteria.

The BFC SEE certification process takes place through several stages, and the verification visit, which included a detailed analysis of the submitted documentation and an assessment of the fulfillment of standards, represents the final check.

The evaluation commission determined that the Municipality of Brod fulfilled 83.85% of all prescribed criteria, which confirms the continuous work on creating an efficient, predictable and attractive business environment.

The verification visit was attended by Mayor Milan Zečević, Head of the Department for Economy and Social Activities Draženka Duronja, Head of the Department for Local Development Mihaela Malešević, as well as members of the Certification Program Implementation Team led by coordinator Boro Grabovec.

In order to comprehensively assess the business environment, the members of the commission also held a meeting with the president of the Economic Council of the Municipality of Brod, Gradimir Vukman.

Mayor Milan Zečević emphasized the commitment of the Municipal Administration to focus on the promotion of the economic potential of the municipality in order to attract domestic and foreign investors, and expressed his belief that the renewal of the BFC SEE certificate will contribute to the achievement of the set goals.

July 8, 2025 in Announcement, Business zone, Development, Economy

Public Call for Applications/Requests/Projects for the Sustainable Return Assistance Program – Spring/Autumn Sowing of Fruit and Seed Material in 2025 and 2026

The Federal Ministry of Displaced Persons and Refugees has published a Public Call for Applications/Requests/Projects for the Sustainable Return Assistance Program – Spring/Autumn Sowing of Fruit and Seed Material in 2025 and 2026.

Details of the Public Call can be found HERE.
You can download the application form HERE.

June 30, 2025 in Announcement, Development, Economy

Second Installment of Agricultural Subsidies Begins

The Finance Department of the Municipality of Brod has announced that the second of a total of three installments of subsidies for agricultural production has begun today, in accordance with the Public Call conducted during 2024.

The funds have been distributed evenly among all registered subsidy recipients across all areas of agricultural production. For 2025, a budget of 200,000 convertible marks (BAM) has been allocated to support farmers.

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June 26, 2025 in Development, Economy, english

First Chinese Business Delegation Visits the Municipality of Brod

The Municipality of Brod was visited today by the first Chinese business delegation, marking the beginning of a new chapter in potential cooperation between our municipality and Chinese partners.

The Mayor of Brod, Mr. Milan Zečević, together with his associates, held a working meeting with Mr. Qiang Hongrui, an entrepreneur from the Chinese city of Qingdao, as well as Ms. Guo Jing, Deputy Secretary General of the China-Europe Association for Technical and Economic Cooperation (CEATEC).

During the meeting, the Chinese delegation was introduced to the economic potential of the Municipality of Brod and the various advantages this local community offers to potential investors. The favorable geographical location of Brod was presented, along with the administrative steps required to start a business.

In the coming days, the guests from China will visit existing companies operating in the Brod area, as well as tour business facilities currently under construction. In addition to economic activities, the delegation will also be introduced to the culture, traditions, and customs of the region.

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