Diplomatic Relations Between Bosnia and Herzegovina and Turkey: An Analysis of Political, Economic, and Cultural Interactions

Abstract

Diplomatic relations between Bosnia and Herzegovina and Turkey have played a significant role in shaping the political, cultural, and economic landscape of the Balkans. The evolution of these relations can be traced through various historical pha­ses, including the Ottoman period, the Austro-Hungarian occu­pation, and contemporary geopolitical and economic challenges. This study analyzes the impact of historical events and social transformations on the political, economic, and cultural coope­ration between Bosnia and Herzegovina and Turkey. The focus is on identifying the primary factors shaping bilateral relations, emphasizing their importance in the context of regional stabili­ty and global political dynamics. The methodological approach of the research is based on a qualitative analysis of secondary sources, including historiographical works, scientific articles, and analytical reports. The data were processed using a thema­tic analytical approach, applying a theoretical framework for identifying key motifs and patterns in historical narratives and their critical interpretation in the context of cultural, political, and social factors. In addition, a comparative analysis of the de­velopment of these narratives in different political, cultural, and economic contexts was conducted, exploring their effects on bi­lateral relations during certain historical periods. The criteria for selecting narratives and the time frames were defined according to their relevance to global political dynamics and their ability to illustrate key changes in bilateral cooperation between the two countries

The results show that diplomatic relations between Bosnia and Herzegovina and Turkey are characterized by intensive political interactions, multicultural cooperation, and long-term economic relations that reflect their complexity and multidimen­sionality. However, these relations are not static but have deve­loped through different phases of historical development, in line with changing geopolitical and global dynamics. Such an evolu­tionary transformation reflects a high level of strategic flexibility of both states, allowing them to adapt to the complex challenges of contemporary international relations, including redefining fo­reign policy objectives and seizing opportunities arising from bilateral and multilateral initiatives. In parallel, the development of these relations at key historical moments confirms their im­portant role in stabilizing political structures, strengthening in­tercultural dialogue, and facilitating models of sustainable eco­nomic development in a broader regional context.