Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe Press Releases - EIN Presswire

Published on July 24, 2024 - 10:44 GMT

OSCE Mission to Montenegro supports SOS Helpline Nikšić strengthen occupational therapy for the women survivors of gender-based ...

As part of its commitment to combat gender-based violence and empower survivors, on 24 July the OSCE Mission to Montenegro provided a greenhouse to the SOS Helpline Nikšić. The women survivors of violence will now have the opportunity to cultivate a …

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Published on July 23, 2024 - 19:53 GMT

Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Freedom of Expression in focus of OSCE seminar in Turkmenistan

An OSCE-organized seminar on Artificial Intelligence (AI) and its impact on freedom of expression took place on 17 and 18 July 2024 in Ashgabat. The two-day event gave an overview of the legal challenges posed by the emergence of AI and presented …

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Published on July 23, 2024 - 19:53 GMT

OSCE Workshop in Chisinau Strengthens Moldova’s Capacity in Virtual Asset Management

To bolster Moldova's capabilities in the area of management of seized and confiscated virtual assets, the Office of the Co-ordinator of OSCE Economic and Environmental Activities (OCEEA) hosted a dedicated workshop in Chisinau on July 22 and -23. This …

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Published on July 23, 2024 - 19:53 GMT

120th Incident Prevention and Response Mechanism meeting takes place in Ergneti

ERGNETI, 23 July 2024 – The 120th Incident Prevention and Response Mechanism (IPRM) was held in Ergneti today under the co-facilitation of the Special Representative of the OSCE Chairperson-in-Office for the South Caucasus, Viorel Moşanu, and the Head of …

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Published on July 22, 2024 - 19:10 GMT

Escalating attacks in Ukraine are increasing civilian casualties, while evidence of torture mounts, OSCE human rights office says

WARSAW, 22 July 2024 – In recent months, the intensified large-scale attacks by the Russian Federation on Ukrainian cities have resulted in an increasing number of civilian casualties and severe damage to civilian infrastructure, while evidence is growing …

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Published on July 19, 2024 - 15:36 GMT

Specialized training in Yerevan highlights importance of managing seized virtual assets

Effective management of seized and confiscated virtual assets is critical to addressing the risks posed by cryptocurrencies, including money laundering, terrorist financing, and fraud. To enhance Armenia’s capabilities in this area, the Office of the Co- …

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Published on July 19, 2024 - 14:55 GMT

Building A Safer Future: OSCE's Expert Training on Ammunition Bunker Site Management in Kyrgyzstan

Osh, 15-19 July 2024 – The OSCE Programme Office in Bishkek conducted a week-long Training-of-Trainers (ToT) course on Ammunition Bunker Site (ABS) management. This initiative aimed to enhance the skills and knowledge of trainer candidates in managing …

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Published on July 19, 2024 - 07:00 GMT

Media freedom and democracy are integral to security, says latest report from OSCE Media Freedom Representative

Media freedom and democracy are integral to security, says latest report from OSCE Media Freedom Representative VIENNA, 18 July 2024 – Media freedom and democracy improve human security and enhance international and domestic peace. This is the clear …

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Published on July 17, 2024 - 12:16 GMT

Head of OSCE Mission Waag hands over recommendations for judicial reform in Montenegro

Following the publication of the report “From Paper to Practice” in June, main findings and figures of the project implementation from July 2021 to March 2024 are now included in a factsheet. During the three years, 59 organised crime and corruption cases …

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Published on July 16, 2024 - 22:17 GMT

Breaking down barriers to women in conflict prevention and resolution with OSCE Scholarship for Peace and Security graduates

On 15 and 16 July 2024, 15 young women graduates of the OSCE Scholarship for Peace and Security training programme gathered in Vienna for a capacity-building workshop on overcoming the barriers faced by young women working in conflict prevention and …

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Published on July 16, 2024 - 22:17 GMT

OSCE seminar addresses the regulatory framework for reducing methane emission in Turkmenistan

Best practices for the regulatory framework, inventory and calculation of greenhouse gas (GHG) emission were shared during an OSCE-organized seminar that began on 16 July in Ashgabat. The OSCE Centre in Ashgabat organized the two-day seminar to provide an …

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Published on July 16, 2024 - 22:17 GMT

Annual OSCE-wide Conference on Cyber/ICT Security underscores the importance of strengthening national cyber resilience

VALLETTA, 16 July 2024 – The annual OSCE-wide Conference on Cyber/ICT Security, organized by the Maltese OSCE Chairpersonship, titled "Strengthening National Cyber Resilience", was held from 15 to 16 July in Malta. The two-day conference gathered …

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Published on July 16, 2024 - 14:53 GMT

Strengthening capacities in managing seized and confiscated virtual assets in Georgia

Effective management of seized and confiscated virtual assets is critical to combating the risks associated with cryptocurrencies, such as money laundering, terrorist financing, and fraud. With the aim to bolster Georgia’s capacities in this area, the …

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Published on July 15, 2024 - 15:01 GMT

Open Letter on Principles for Political Engagement for the Elimination of Violence Against Women

Dear Citizens, Fellow Politicians, and Advocates for Equality, In a world where equality between women and men is recognized as a cornerstone of democracy, we stand united in our commitment to ensure that women have equal representation in political life. …

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Published on July 12, 2024 - 14:11 GMT

OSCE equips park authorities in protected areas to respond to landscape fires aggravated by climate change

Within the framework of the pilot initiative “Fire Resilient Protected Areas: Shar/Šara Mountains and Korab Massif Area”, the OSCE has donated fire suppression equipment to five park management authorities in the four protected areas of Korab-Koritnik, …

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Published on July 12, 2024 - 14:11 GMT

Strengthening democratic oversight of security sector in Moldova focus of OSCE workshop

The role of the People’s Advocate (Ombudsperson) of the Republic of Moldova in the democratic oversight of the security sector was at the centre of roundtable discussions held in Chisinau on 10 July. Forty participants took part in the event, including …

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Published on July 12, 2024 - 14:11 GMT

OSCE Chair-in-Office and Secretary General condemn “sentencing” of Vadym Golda, call for immediate release of all three detained ...

VALLETTA/VIENNA, 12 July – The OSCE Chair-in-Office, Minister for Foreign and European Affairs and Trade of Malta Ian Borg, and OSCE Secretary General, Helga Maria Schmid, unequivocally condemn today’s sentencing of OSCE official Vadym Golda to 14 years in …

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Published on July 12, 2024 - 13:20 GMT

OSCE Presence supports voter education and information campaign ahead of 2025 elections in Albania

From 9 May to 10 July 2024, the OSCE Presence supported the Central Election Commission’s (CEC) informative, educational, and awareness-raising campaign aiming to inform and engage young voters, women and minorities across Albania on various aspects of the …

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Published on July 11, 2024 - 17:02 GMT

OSCE staff recognized for exceptional achievements in advancing gender equality

Today, OSCE Secretary General Helga Maria Schmid acknowledged the remarkable achievements of OSCE staff in advancing gender equality and empowering women in the Organization at the fifth award ceremony held at the OSCE Permanent Council in Vienna. “As the …

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Published on July 11, 2024 - 16:19 GMT

OSCE Mission in Kosovo statement on the new Law on the Independent Media Commission

PRISHTINË/PRIŠTINA, 11 July 2024 - The OSCE Mission in Kosovo is concerned by certain aspects of today’s adoption by the Assembly of Kosovo of a new Law on the Independent Media Commission (IMC). The IMC performs a key role in Kosovo’s media regulatory …

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