The Country Partnership Framework (CPF) for 2022-2026 supports Bosnia and Herzegovina’s sustained recovery from the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, as well as reforms to support job creation and a greener, more inclusive economy. The strategic framework builds on 30 years of strong partnership between Bosnia and Herzegovina and the World Bank Group.

The volatile regional and global environment calls for reforms and institutional changes that will make Bosnia and Herzegovina’s economy more resilient to internal and external shocks. Through this framework, the World Bank Group will support reforms in three broad areas: (1) increased inclusive private sector employment; (2) improved sustainable service delivery; and (3) supporting the country with improving its resilience to climate change.

The framework includes a cross-cutting theme of gender, which is aimed at addressing structural barriers that limit economic opportunities for women and other vulnerable groups to support a stronger, more resilient recovery.

Through the CPF, the World Bank is providing analysis, advice and financing for implementation of reform programs designed to restore economic growth and job creation. During the CPF period, Bosnia and Herzegovina will have access to $750 million of new lending from the World Bank, depending on the country’s demand and progress in reform implementation.