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Useful inputs for the preparation of the SME and Entrepreneurship Development Strategy of RS gathered
17.06.2020

Useful inputs for the preparation of the SME and Entrepreneurship Development Strategy of RS gathered

In order to obtain inputs for the preparation of the Strategy for SME and Entrepreneurship Development of Republika Srpska 2021-2027, a workshop was organized with the participation of directors of companies in the field of wood processing, metal processing, food and textile industry, information technology, consultants, representatives of the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering and the […]
A survey on the “Citizens’ Budget” for the Ministry of Finance and Treasury of BiH has begun
05.06.2020

A survey on the “Citizens’ Budget” for the Ministry of Finance and Treasury of BiH has begun

In accordance with the methodology for conducting the analysis for the preparation of the “Citizens ‘Budget” for the Ministry of Finance and Treasury of BiH, a survey was prepared with the aim of collecting attitudes and opinions on the content of the “Citizens’ Budget”. “Citizens’ Budget” is a type of guide for citizens and budget […]
Focus groups for the preparation of the Citizens’ Budget held
29.05.2020

Focus groups for the preparation of the Citizens’ Budget held

As part of the methodology for conducting relevant analyses for the preparation of the Citizens’ Budget for the Ministry of Finance and Treasury of BiH, online focus groups were organized on May 27 and 28, 2020. The focus groups aimed to collect inputs for the preparation of SWOT and PESTLE analysis for the preparation of […]
Programming of harmonized support to SME development in BiH
27.05.2020

Programming of harmonized support to SME development in BiH

The Ministry of Foreign Trade and Economic Relations of BiH, with the active participation of representatives of relevant institutions and support from the project SBA in BiH, began the process of drafting the Strategic Guidelines for Harmonization of SME and Entrepreneurship Support in BiH 2021-2027 in December 2019. The draft of the first part of […]
Webinar “Why and how to support the introduction of technical standards in enterprises”
26.05.2020

Webinar “Why and how to support the introduction of technical standards in enterprises”

We hereby announce a webinar “Why and how to support the introduction of technical standards in enterprises”. The webinar will take place on Tuesday, June 2, 2020 in the period 1.30-3.00 p.m. and will be led by Dr Vid Jovišević, prof. who is the author of the policy study on the support  of the introduction […]
Announcement of the webinar on the topic “State aid as an incentive for SME development”
14.05.2020

Announcement of the webinar on the topic “State aid as an incentive for SME development”

Within the project “SBA in BiH”, Eda is organizing a webinar on the topic “State aid as an incentive for SME development”. The webinar will be held on Tuesday, May 19, 2020, in the period 1.30-3.00 p.m. and is intended for those who participate in creating financial support for SMEs and entrepreneurship at all levels, […]
Study “Mapping of Institutions for Product Conformity Assessment” published
05.05.2020

Study “Mapping of Institutions for Product Conformity Assessment” published

As a part of the efforts and activities of the project “SBA in BiH” aimed at improving the Dimension 7 (Standards and technical regulation) of the SBA Profile of BiH, taking into account the OECD recommendation that it is important to improve access of SMEs in BiH to standardization, the study “Mapping of Institutions for […]
Contracts signed for translation of 21 technical standards in the field of welding, wood, and metal processing
29.04.2020

Contracts signed for translation of 21 technical standards in the field of welding, wood, and metal processing

Within activities on implementation of the project “Improving the availability of technical standards for SMEs in BiH” implemented by the Institute for Standardization of B&H and Eda, contracts for the translation services of 21 technical standards in the field of welding, wood, and metal processing were signed. The contracts were signed with six associates, with […]
“State Aid as an Incentive for SME Development in BiH” – a new guide for policymakers and entrepreneurs
24.04.2020

“State Aid as an Incentive for SME Development in BiH” – a new guide for policymakers and entrepreneurs

Having in mind the OECD recommendation and the Principle 5 of the Small Business Act for Europe, which invites countries to “refocus state aid policy to better address SMEs’ needs, including the design of better targeted measures” (OECD et al, 2019, p. 208)*, the guide “State Aid as an Incentive for SME Development in BiH” […]
Signed contract with GIZ for preparation of a Citizens Budget for the Ministry of Finance and Treasury of B&H
19.04.2020

Signed contract with GIZ for preparation of a Citizens Budget for the Ministry of Finance and Treasury of B&H

GIZ and Eda have signed a contract to provide technical support to the Council of Ministers of B&H – the Ministry of Finance and Treasury of BiH for the preparation and publication of the Citizens Budget. This includes conducting relevant analyses, preparing a methodology for drafting and publishing the Citizens Budget for the Ministry of […]
Policy study “Why and how to support the introduction of technical standards in enterprises” published
09.04.2020

Policy study “Why and how to support the introduction of technical standards in enterprises” published

As a part of the activities and efforts of the project „SBA in BiH“ aimed at improving the dimension 7 (Standards and technical regulation) of the SBA profile of BIH, the policy study “Why and how to support the implementation of technical standards in enterprises” was published. The policy study outlines the importance of support […]
29.03.2020

Adapting to new circumstances

In new circumstances caused by the coronavirus, we intensively communicate with directors of companies, as well as with representatives of authorities, international organizations and business support organizations, in order to better adapt our operations and support to new circumstances and needs. In this context, we convey relevant information, experiences and opinions. One of the useful documents […]
Findings of the second survey on attitudes of Republika Srpska citizens on NATO and Euro-Atlantic integration presented
06.03.2020

Findings of the second survey on attitudes of Republika Srpska citizens on NATO and Euro-Atlantic integration presented

In the premises of the Faculty of Political Sciences in Banja Luka, the results of the second out of three surveys on attitudes of Republika Srpska citizens on NATO and Euro-Atlantic integration were presented. The results of the research were presented by Mr. Aleksandar Jankovic, co-author of the research, with the presence of Mr. Aleksandar […]
Grant contracts signed for the implementation of projects for women’s entrepreneurship support
03.03.2020

Grant contracts signed for the implementation of projects for women’s entrepreneurship support

Eda in cooperation with the Department for Economic Development, Sport and Culture of the Brcko District of BiH has organized the signing of a grant contract for the implementation of projects for women’s entrepreneurship support in the Brcko District of BiH. Within the project “European Small Business Act as a framework of SME strategies and […]
High quality inputs from the workshop for preparation of the SME Development Strategy of Republika Srpska
26.02.2020

High quality inputs from the workshop for preparation of the SME Development Strategy of Republika Srpska

The Ministry of Economy and Entrepreneurship of Republika Srpska and Eda organized the first of a series of planned workshops for development of the SME and Entrepreneurship Development Strategy of Republika Srpska for the period 2021-2027. The workshop was attended by over 50 participants of the RS Government (the Ministry for Scientific and Technological Development, […]