Review article
https://doi.org/10.31306/s.68.1.5
Reasons for not adopting a law on critical infrastructures in Bosnia and Herzegovina
Fikret Mehović
; Fakultet političkih nauka u Sarajevu, Sarajevo, Bosna i Hercegovina
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Abstract
Bosnia and Herzegovina (BiH) is facing serious consequences of not adopting the law on critical infrastructures (CI) at the state level, which threatens the security and stability of key sectors. This law is crucial for the identification, protection and resilience of sectors such as energy, transport and communications. The lack of a unified legislative framework makes coordination between levels of government difficult and increases the risk of natural and security threats.
The paper analyzes the political reasons for the non-adoption of the law, the consequences for the infrastructure and the possibility of adaptation to EU standards. The focus is on security implications, including vulnerability to cyber threats and hindered international cooperation. The paper also considers obstacles to the adoption of legislation, including political disagreements and the role of international actors.
Keywords
critical infrastructure, legislative framework, EU standards, security, cyber threats
Hrčak ID:
346591
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Publication date:
27.4.2026.
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