EU-Western Balkans Growth: An IMF paper says deeper EU integration with Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo, Montenegro, North Macedonia and Serbia could lift regional GDP per capita by 8–15% over the long run, pointing to faster goods trade, smoother logistics and fewer barriers in services. Money-Laundering Controls: Bosnia’s FUZIP starts implementing FATF action plan measures with a risk-based inspection program covering non-financial businesses like audit and accounting services, vehicle and precious-metals dealers, and trust/company service providers. RS Lobbying Blocked: Bosnia’s Constitutional Court orders Republika Srpska to stop budget payments tied to a Vienna consulting contract aimed at lobbying for independence, calling it incompatible with the constitutional order. Driver License Dispute: Professional drivers report being turned back at borders over licenses issued by the RS transport ministry versus state-level documents, with carriers warning of doubled costs. Investigative Energy Watch: CIN’s documentary “The Deal” revisits Republika Srpska’s oil-sector privatization and concession deals with Russian businessman Rašid Sardarov, citing large losses and disputed public payments. Sarajevo Airport Connectivity: easyJet announces two new direct routes to Switzerland—Sarajevo–Geneva (from Apr 22, 2027) and Sarajevo–Basel (from May 10, 2027)—boosting travel for business and the diaspora. Canton Police Upgrade: Sarajevo Canton begins procurement for three more special armored vehicles, bringing the total planned fleet to 13.