OSCE Centre in Bishkek

Regional focus

In the Centre's work, emphasis is placed on the regional context, including the economic, environmental, human and political aspects of security.

Dialogue

The Centre has established intensive dialogue with all levels of Kyrgyz society, from high-level government officials to local authorities.

Elections

The Centre was involved in the preparatory stage of the new Electoral Code, which was applied in the Parliamentay Election in February/March 2000. Other activities such as the establishment of a national institution for the protection of human rights, and a focus on the media situation in Central Asia, have been pursued by the Centre.

Facilitating contacts

The OSCE Centre in Bishkek facilitates contacts and promotes information exchange with the Chairman-in-Office, other OSCE institutions and the OSCE participating States in Central Asia. The Centre also co-operates with international and local organizations and institutions.

Field presence

In April 2000, the Centre opened a field office in Osh, which is a co-ordinating point for OSCE activities in southern Kyrgyzstan.