
AGENDA OF THE WESTERN BALKANS
Growth plan
MAY
19-21 2025
19-21 2025
Jahorina Hotel Termag
JAHORINA

EKONOMIC
FORUM 2025

Growth Plan: A Vision for a Stronger Western Balkans Economy
Welcome to the “Jahorina Economic Forum” – the leading regional event in the field of economics that has been bringing together top experts, decision-makers, and business leaders since 2016. Heads of states, ministers, representatives of state institutions from the entire region, successful entrepreneurs from international and regional companies, distinguished scientists, media representatives, and cultural workers gather at this unique location to discuss relevant conclusions on how to improve public policies, economy, and the quality of life of citizens in Bosnia and the region.
The Eight “Jahorina Economic Forum,” entitled “Western Balkans – Long-Term Development Strategies,” will be held from May 19th to 21st, 2025.
SEVENTH FORUM
LEADER'S PERSPECTIVES
The Forum brings together heads of states, distinguished scientists, ministers, entrepreneurs, media, and cultural workers.
EXPERTS
KNOWLEDGE
IS POWER
By attending and participating in discussions, you open the doors to new ideas, understanding, and opportunities for personal and professional development.
REALITY
IDEAS BECOME REALITY
We initiate initiatives to realize the ideas and positions advocated at the Jahorina Economic Forum.
A PLACE OF CONNECTION AND FUTURE VISION



Where and when
agenda
May 19
May 20
May 21
Restaurant Olimp, 1960 m above sea level (Joint ascent, departure in front of Hotel Vučko at 11:30)
13.00
Restaurant Olimp, 1960 m above sea level
Presentation of the tourist potential of the Republic of Srpska, sports hike to the top of the mountain
15.00
Restaurant Olimp, 1960 m above sea level
lunch

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20.00 – 24.00
Hotel Vučko, Jahorina
Regionalni festival vina
9.00 – 10.00
Hotel Termag, Jahorina
Sharing of accreditations and registration
10.00 – 10.30
Hotel Termag, Jahorina
OPENING THE FORUM

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10.30 – 11.00
Hotel Termag, Jahorina
Press conference
11.00 – 12.00
Hotel Termag, Jahorina
CENTRAL PANEL
WESTERN BALKANS AGENDA – GROWTH PLAN
12.10- 13.30
Hotel Termag, Jahorina
Motivational lecture

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13.30 – 14.45
Hotel Termag, Jahorina
ADVANTAGES OF ONE WESTERN BALKAN MARKET
Panel 1

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13.30 – 14.45
Hotel Termag, Jahorina
USE OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE IN INDUSTRY – A QUESTION OF THE SURVIVAL OF THE COMPANY AND THE ECONOMY
Panel 2

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14.45 – 15.45
Hotel Termag, Jahorina
Gala lunch
15.45 – 17.00
Hotel Termag, Jahorina
NEW ENERGY MODELS – IS THE ACCESS TO FOSSIL FUELS CHANGING (CO2 backdoor)
Panel 3

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15.45 – 17.00
Hotel Termag, Jahorina
BANK FINANCES – DIGITAL EVOLUTION OF PAYMENT SYSTEMS AND MONEY. WHERE ARE WE
Panel 4

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17.00 – 18.15
Hotel Termag, Jahorina
INFRASTRUCTURE
Panel 5

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17.00 – 18.15
Hotel Termag, Jahorina
AGRICULTURE – ECONOMY OF SCALE: CAN WE MEET THE GROWING NEEDS OF COUNTRIES IN THE REGION
Panel 6

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18.15 – 19.30
Hotel Termag, Jahorina
HEALTH AND SPA TOURISM
Panel 7

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18.15 – 19.30
Hotel Termag, Jahorina
EDUCATION IN THE DIGITAL AGE, A PREREQUISITE FOR GROWTH
Panel 8

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20.00 –
Hotel Vučko, Jahorina
Regional wine festival in the evening
10.00 – 11.15
Hotel Termag, Jahorina
ELECTROMOBILITY BY TESLA
Panel 9

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10.00 – 11.15
Hotel Termag, Jahorina
BUSINESS WOMEN – LEADERS OF THE REGION
Panel 10

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11.15 – 12.30
Hotel Termag, Jahorina
BARRIERS IN THE REGION – THE FUTURE OF THE WESTERN BALKANS ECONOMY IN THE SHADOW OF REGIONAL AND GLOBAL DIVISIONS
Panel 11

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11.15 – 12.30
Hotel Termag, Jahorina
BUSINESS ZONES – THE FUTURE OF FREE ZONES BUSINESS MODEL TRANSFORMATION
Panel 12

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12.30 – 13.45
Hotel Termag, Jahorina
INTERVIEW WITH THE PRIME MINISTER
Panel 13

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13.45-14.30
Hotel Termag, Jahorina
Closing of the Jahorina Economic Forum in 2025
Silver sponsor
Forum official vehicle
Statements
FORUM IMPACT
Necessary regional integration
One of the conclusions of JEF 2023 is the return of VAT for the purchase of the first real estate, which has already been agreed with the leadership of the Republika Srpska.
Goran Račić
President of the Organizing Committee of JEFIncreasing competitiveness of the economy
In Bosnia and Herzegovina, we need to work on accelerating economic growth and increasing the competitiveness of the economy.
Borjana Krišto
Chairwoman of Council of Ministers of Bosnia and HerzegovinaSport is the best promotion
In promoting our countries, sport is the most important thing. Nowhere can you promote your country more easily than through sport. Some understand this, some do not.
Zdravko Mamić
Football managerUnis//Tours
ACCOMMODATION
The forum takes place at the “Termag” Hotel**** on Jahorina, which, in addition to its capacity for congress tourism, provides JEF participants with multifunctional halls with more than 400 seats and the latest technical equipment. Accommodation in a high-category hotel ensures our participants and guests a high standard of stay and services, airport transfers, underground parking, special services on demand, and Wi-Fi available throughout the hotel.
Set in a pleasant ambience architecturally integrated into the mountain landscape, in the center of the Jahorina ski resort and at an altitude of 1550 meters, with an interesting gastronomic offer and entertainment program, our Forum remains a pleasant memory and a place where our guests gladly return.
More information about accommodation at the Termag Hotel and other hotels can be found by clicking on the “Accommodation Price List”.
Accommodation is authorized by the Tourist Agency Unis//Tours from Banja Luka.