Between 2004 and 2010, the governments in BiH have spent 134.7 million KM of taxpayer money to finance political parties. Some politicians say money could be better used, but they are not doing anything to make that happen.
The FBiH government has invested 1.27 million KM in the “Residence of Rest” in Trpanj, an exclusive guesthouse on the Croatian Adriatic intended for politicians and civil servants. Taxpayers are paying increasing amounts for maintenance, which the government-owned company that runs the residence is hiding.
Eight BiH Parliamentary Assembly members and their drivers collected nearly 305,000 KM to cover the cost of transport by personal vehicles over two years. Due to poor oversight some used the perk even though they did not qualify for it.
Data from politicians’ asset cards cannot be trusted. They often do not report all their income and holdings because there is no punishment for deception and hiding information.
Experiences show that when a political party asks for help, be prepared to either give that help or suffer consequences.
According to financial disclosure forms published end of August, candidates in the upcoming elections have higher incomes and more property than in the previous years. Some officeholders offer textbook examples of how politics can make you rich.
Professional legislator is one of the most profitable occupations in BiH. Big salaries for little work and additional sources of income are some of the perks and now members of parliament don’t even have to show up to get paid.
Governing political parties have largely failed to deliver on promises they made to citizens in the run-up to the 2006 General Elections.
Connections with political parties in some cases guaranteed a way to solve housing issues. Such examples can be found in Banjaluka, Sarajevo and Mostar. Real property is bought with money from public revenue. While some cases ended up in court, others are waiting for prosecutors to act on them.
Reporters from The Center for Investigative Reporting (CIN) in Sarajevo spent nearly a year uncovering the assets of 27 politicians in Bosnia and Herzegovina (BiH) who have amassed wealth while performing public office. At least three of them are worth over 1 million KM each.
The trial of two former FBiH prime ministers has revealed details about Nedžad Branković’s attempts to get free luxury quarters in downtown Sarajevo.
RS Investment-Development Bank despite a negative review by auditors granted loans to two companies under police investigation.
The Center for Investigative Reporting (CIN) in Sarajevo is unique in Bosnia and Herzegovina, the first organization of its kind to be established in Balkans. CIN is dedicated to investigative reporting, aimed toward providing fair and unbiased information, based on evidences and solid proof, to BiH citizens who need to make educated decisions.
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