{"id":4304,"date":"2025-06-30T20:48:30","date_gmt":"2025-06-30T18:48:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/publicfinance.undp.sk\/2025\/06\/30\/rewaste_launch-copy\/"},"modified":"2025-10-09T23:21:27","modified_gmt":"2025-10-09T21:21:27","slug":"bih_procurement_memorandum","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/publicfinance.undp.sk\/en\/2025\/06\/30\/bih_procurement_memorandum\/","title":{"rendered":"Improving public procurement in BiH"},"content":{"rendered":"

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The Public Procurement Agency of Bosnia and Herzegovina and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) have formally strengthened their collaboration with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding.<\/strong><\/h3>\n

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Signing the Memorandum on 20 June 2025 marks a significant step toward improving the public procurement system and modernizing public finance in the country. A transparent public procurement system is essential for building public trust in institutions, reducing the risk of corruption, and ensuring more efficient use of public funds, all of which directly contribute to improving the quality of life for citizens across Bosnia and Herzegovina.<\/p>\n

\"\"Tarik Rahi\u0107<\/strong>, Director of the Public Procurement Agency of BiH, emphasized the importance of modernizing the procurement system to strengthen transparency and accountability in public administration.<\/p>\n

Renaud Meyer<\/strong>, UNDP Resident Representative in BiH, highlighted the importance of effective public procurement as a tool for social progress and a reflection of Bosnia and Herzegovina\u2019s commitment to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals.<\/p>\n

The Memorandum outlines a shared commitment to:<\/p>\n