COM EUFOR, Major General Maurizio Fronda, welcomed Lieutenant General Sebahattin Kilinc, Commander of the International Joint Strategic Force Command of the Turkish General Staff, to Camp Butmir on 16th October.
The visit began with a Turkish Honor Guard before Lieutenant General Kilinc and Major General Fronda held a meeting at EUFOR Headquarters. The meeting provided an opportunity for the two senior leaders to exchange views, strengthen professional ties and discuss the importance of continued multinational cooperation in support in support of Bosnia and Herzegovina’s institutions and their efforts to strengthen national capacity and security.
Türkiye is an important troop contributing nation to EUFOR, and regular engagement with senior military leaders from contributing nations helps reinforce the relationships that underpin the mission’s multinational character and operational effectiveness and highlight the importance of continued cooperation in support of EUFOR Operation Althea.
The visit reflected EUFOR’s continued commitment to strong cooperation with troop contributing nations and to maintaining the close professional relationships that support the mission’s ability to operate impartially and effectively across Bosnia and Herzegovina. EUFOR remains committed to supporting the authorities of Bosnia and Herzegovina in maintaining a safe and secure environment.