Ms. Sheelagh Brady Senior Security Information Analyst, UNDSS & Crime and Security Consultant

Organised Crime in Bosnia Herzegovina “A silent war fought by an ambush of toothless tigers, or a war not yet fought?” 2012 Aim – to examine the evolution of OC in BiH since before the war until day. Main finding – little has changed in the rhetoric over the past 20 years, with many willing to accept the status quo because of the protection and security it offers.

 Relationships developed during and after the war between politicians, the business elite and organised criminals still inhibit the required shift to transparent and accountable self governance.

 Corruption endemic in BiH society, at all levels  Bribes and intimidation used to inappropriate influence  No political will to investigate the issue  No targeted investigations  Agencies are disempowered by the provision of weak mandates and limited resources.  All of which have facilitated the emergence of blurred lines between criminality and legitimate business relationships.

 Improper procurement & public tenders procedures  Improper privatisation processes  Abuse of public funds  Estate capture  Misuse of utility & energy companies  Influence on financial institutions – unsecure loans.  Commodities trafficking  Inappropriate sale & supply of pharmaceuticals  Weapons production, sale and supply  Interference & intimidation in the Political & Criminal Justice System  Media influence & domination

 The growing cooperation at the regional level  EU Accession  Civil society  You.

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