Trump Administration’s Plan for Croatian Federal Unit in BiH: The End of Political Humiliation for Croats?
More than two decades after the Dayton Agreement, Bosnia and Herzegovina remains a political mess, and American policy, especially under the Trump administration, has stirred the pot even more. Max Primorac, an American official from the Heritage Foundation, close to Trump’s administration, has caused a political storm in Sarajevo with his report proposing the establishment of a Croatian federal unit in BiH as a solution to the current crisis.
What’s Going On?
Primorac argues that the current system in BiH is dysfunctional and that Croats suffer political humiliation because their representatives are elected by the more numerous Bosniaks. His proposal is to create a separate Croatian federal unit, which he calls the “only intelligent solution” to the political crisis.
Backing from Washington
This view is not alone. Recently, U.S. Deputy Secretary of State Christoph Landau, at a conference in Dayton, stated that the United States remains committed to BiH but that previous imposed solutions were unrealistic and that it’s time for concrete changes. Landau made it clear that the current nation-state model in BiH is flawed and that a new structure is needed.
Reactions and Implications
The proposal has sparked fierce reactions in political circles in Sarajevo, where there is fear that forming a Croatian federal unit could deepen divisions and destabilize the country further. However, supporters argue it is the only way to stop the political humiliation of Croats and ensure equality in governance.
The Bigger Picture
The situation in BiH is further complicated by international pressures and interests. American policy, especially under Trump, has shown a willingness to rethink previous approaches and support new models that might bring stability. But the question remains: will this plan bring peace or just deepen the divides?
Conclusion
Is the formation of a Croatian federal unit in BiH truly the “end of political humiliation for Croats” or just another political experiment with an uncertain outcome? One thing is clear – the situation in BiH is far from resolved, and American influence continues to play a key role.
So, what do you think about this American recipe for BiH? A rescue or another Balkan drama? Drop a comment, maybe we’ll figure it out together!
