ERGUN MERIC ASSUMES DUTY AS DEPUTY COMMANDER OF NATO HEADQUARTERS IN SARAJEVO

SARAJEVO, NOVEMBER 9 /SRNA/ – Brigadier General Ergun Meric today assumed the position of Deputy Commander of NATO Headquarters Sarajevo from Brigadier General Cezmi Turkgucu at Camp Butmir in Sarajevo.

The handover ceremony was presided over by NATO Headquarters Sarajevo Commander Brigadier General James Fowler, officially marking the end of Turkgucu’s one-year term, announced the NATO Headquarters.

Fowler thanked Turkgucu for his leadership and dedication during his term, particularly highlighting his role in leading NATO’s Advisory Team, which provided expert support for defence sector reforms, modernisation and institutional development in BiH.

He noted that Turkgucu was leaving NATO Headquarters stronger than before.

In his farewell address, Turkgucu praised the professionalism and dedication of members of the Armed Forces of BiH, emphasising the importance of mutual trust and long-term partnerships.

“Although my term is coming to an end, my respect, friendship and commitment to BiH will remain unchanged,” Turkgucu said.

The new Deputy Commander of NATO Headquarters Sarajevo, Brigadier General Ergun Meric expressed his commitment to continuing NATO’s mission and strengthening cooperation with local and international partners.

“It is an honour to work with highly qualified and dedicated professionals towards achieving our common goal of the continued progress and development of BiH,” Meric said.