Minister Šibonjić paid tribute to fallen fighters at Zavidovići City Day

Minister of Economy of Zenica-Doboj Canton Samir Šibonjić attended the commemoration of Zavidovići City Day on 15 September 2026, as the city marked thirty-one years since its liberation with dignity. The ceremony brought together numerous citizens, representatives of institutions, public and political life and veterans’ organisations, as well as guests from partner municipalities.

Zavidovići City Day is observed on 15 September in remembrance of the liberation of the entire territory of the city between 10 and 15 September 1995, when the areas of Vozuća and Blizna were freed. The date is also a day of remembrance for all the victims Zavidovići suffered in defence of the city and the country. This year’s commemoration was given added significance by the presence of representatives of the partner municipalities of Yunus Emre, Nilüfer and Gemlik from the Republic of Türkiye, reaffirming the friendship and close ties between Zavidovići and its Turkish partners.

As part of the programme, flowers were laid and the Fatiha was recited in honour of the martyrs and fallen fighters who gave their lives for freedom. Minister Šibonjić joined the other delegations in paying tribute to their sacrifice, which remains permanently inscribed in the history of the city and the country. The Minister’s attendance reaffirmed the Ministry’s commitment to nurturing a culture of remembrance and supporting the local communities of Zenica-Doboj Canton in building a future founded on unity, work and development.