Mission and Goals

The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) is the relief and development assistance arm of the U.S. Government.  Its work supports long-term and equitable economic growth and advances U.S. foreign policy objectives by supporting:

·       economic growth, agriculture and trade;

·       global health; and,

·       democracy, conflict prevention and humanitarian assistance.

USAID assists Bosnia and Herzegovina in achieving its potential to become a peaceful, democratic, forward-looking, prosperous country. Our programs help develop the rule of law and market-oriented economy serving the interests of BiH citizens. USAID strives to help BiH become a welcomed member of the European Union.

USAID’s Assistance History in BiH

Since the opening of the U.S. Embassy in BiH in 1994, the U. S. Government, through USAID, has spent nearly $1.5 billion to improve the lives of citizens of Bosnia and Herzegovina and help lay the foundations for a bright future. From 1995 – 1999, USAID spent over $700 million in post-conflict reconstruction projects, including repair of large infrastructure.  From 2000 – 2005, the Mission provided $340 million for institution building activities to advance BiH toward a democratic and market-oriented economy. Since 2006, USAID/BiH’s projects have focused on transformational development in economic growth, democracy and governance, and peace and security.

Current Assistance

The U.S. foreign assistance program, implemented primarily by USAID, is helping to create a multi-ethnic, stable, prosperous and democratic Bosnia and Herzegovina on the road to Euro-Atlantic integration. USAID’s Program Areas in BiH include:

• Peace and Security
• Economic Growth
• Governing Justly and Democratically