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@UltimateTrueKorea
If you're in Bosnia and oppose a nearby nuclear waste site (like the one planned in Croatia at Trgovska Gora), you appeal to
your own government (BiH Presidency, Ministries, Parliament) to engage Croatia diplomatically, invoke international conventions (Espoo Convention), involve bodies like the IAEA and UN, potentially seek legal action (Ombudsman, international courts, arbitration), and join local/NGO efforts for public pressure, all focused on halting the project and ensuring transboundary environmental protection.
Who to Appeal To:
- Bosnian Government Bodies (Domestic Level):
- Council of Ministers/Presidency: Formally raise objections and negotiate with Croatia.
- Parliament: Pass resolutions and demand action (e.g., a resolution opposing the site).
- Ministries: Ministry of Foreign Trade, Ministry of Environment (for expert teams and policy).
- Ombudsman: Address grievances, as citizens have done.
- Council of Ministers/Presidency: Formally raise objections and negotiate with Croatia.
- Croatian Government (Neighboring State):
- Directly appeal to Croatian officials (even local ones in Dvor) to reconsider, as they also face opposition.
- Directly appeal to Croatian officials (even local ones in Dvor) to reconsider, as they also face opposition.
- International Bodies:
- International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA): For adherence to nuclear safety standards.
- United Nations (UN): Through relevant committees for international law and environment.
- UN Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE): To enforce the Espoo Convention on environmental impact assessments.
- European Court of Human Rights (ECHR): As a last resort for human rights violations.
- International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA): For adherence to nuclear safety standards.
- International Courts/Arbitration:
- If dialogue fails, Bosnia has considered international arbitration or court action.
- If dialogue fails, Bosnia has considered international arbitration or court action.
- NGOs & Civil Society:
- Local environmental groups (Eko-BiH): Organize petitions, protests, and public awareness campaigns.
- Local environmental groups (Eko-BiH): Organize petitions, protests, and public awareness campaigns.
Key Arguments & Actions Used:
- Espoo Convention: Croatia must consult neighbors on transboundary environmental impacts.
- Environmental Concerns: Risk to the Una River basin, soil/water contamination.
- Socio-Economic Impact: Fear of pollution affecting local life and investment.
- Diplomatic Dialogue: Emphasize good neighborly relations and finding common solutions.
In essence, a multi-pronged approach involving domestic political action, direct appeals to Croatia, leveraging international environmental law, and public advocacy is used.