The Ambassador of the United States of America to Bosnia and Herzegovina, Eric Nelson, reiterated today in Sarajevo that political blockades and the non-functioning of the state institutions discourage investors and hinder the country's progress.

- Instead of dragging B&H back to the period from the 1990s, all leaders in B&H have an obligation to work on the country's moving forward and working on it with dedication - Nelson added.

He referred to the visits of US officials Derek Chollet, who is an advisor to the Secretary of State, and Deputy Assistant Secretary of State Gabriel Escobar, who met with many B&H officials, noting that Chollet brought a letter from Secretary of State Antony Blinken outlining goals important for B&H.

- His clear message was that BiH must move forward and implement reforms, and leaders must participate in the work of the government and reach an agreement that will allow the country to move forward - Nelson said.

Anything that hinders the country’s progress is something that needs to be removed, Nelson added, and it’s important to focus on important issues and address them within existing institutions whether it’s issues of economic progress, the coronavirus pandemic or a political crisis.