Globalization in recent decades has led to an accelerated flow of goods and capital, but also to major imbalances. Increasingly, the question arises: can we envision a different kind of socially responsible protectionism—one that does not mean isolation, but rather the protection of the local economy, legal security, environmental standards, and labor rights

In the first quarter of 2025, gold has reaffirmed its reputation as a safe haven for capital. The price surged by an impressive 38% year-on-year, reaching an average of $2,860 per ounce. In just the past month alone, its value increased by an additional 19%, climbing to approximately $3,397 per ounce by mid-last week.

The Governing Board of the Indirect Taxation Authority of Bosnia and Herzegovina has adopted the Rulebook on Amendments to the Rulebook on the Application of the Law on Value Added Tax, introducing numerous and significant updates to the VAT system.