July 31, 2026

Congratulatory message to the Goražde Cultural Center on the opening of the 29th International Friendship Festival

Dear Mr. Imamović,

Dear Mr. Bešlija,

Thank you for the invitation to the opening ceremony of the 29th International Friendship Festival, to be held on July 31, 2026, in Goražde—an event that has long connected people from around the world through art, culture, and togetherness.

I would like to extend my heartfelt congratulations to the organizers, participants, and all the citizens of Goražde for their dedication and effort in fostering the values ​​of friendship and cultural diversity. I am confident that the Festival will bring much joy, inspiration, and new encounters, further enriching the cultural life of Goražde and our society as a whole.

I wish for a successful Festival and sincerely hope for the continuation of such valuable initiatives, as well as great success in your future endeavors.