Minister Šibonjić attends the 2nd International Anatolian Symposium in Sarajevo

Minister of Economy of Zenica-Doboj Canton Samir Šibonjić attended the 2nd International Anatolian Symposium of Academic Studies (ASAS 2026), held in Sarajevo from 26 to 29 August 2026. During the event, Minister Šibonjić was presented with a commemorative plaque as a token of gratitude and recognition for the cooperation achieved to date. The symposium brings together academic researchers and experts from a wide range of fields with the aim of exchanging knowledge, experience and new strategic ideas.

The symposium is organised by the International Center for Strategic Research (USAR), while this year’s edition was hosted by the International University of Sarajevo (IUS). Held under the theme “The Balkans in a Changing World: Multidimensional Approaches and Interdisciplinary Perspectives”, it gathered 25 university rectors and vice-rectors, 525 academics and numerous guests from Türkiye and other countries. The event aims to strengthen academic and cultural cooperation between Türkiye and the Balkans.

Minister Šibonjić’s attendance underlined the importance of connecting the academic community, institutions and the economy, particularly in the context of cooperation with the Republic of Türkiye, one of the key economic partners of Bosnia and Herzegovina. The plaque represents recognition of the cooperation achieved so far and confirms the Ministry’s visibility in international frameworks. The Ministry of Economy of Zenica-Doboj Canton remains committed to developing international partnerships that contribute to a stronger economy and open new development opportunities for the canton.