The Second Preparatory Meeting of the 27th OSCE Economic and Environmental Forum dedicated to “Promoting economic progress and security in the OSCE area through energy co-operation, new technologies, good governance and connectivity in the digital era” will take place in Bratislava on 27-28 May 2019 and will focus on the following topics:
- Fostering Co-operation and Building Partnerships for a Secure Energy Future
- Improving the Environmental Footprint of Energy-Related Activities
- Protecting Energy Networks from Natural and Man-Made Disasters
A Side event dedicated to “Shaping the future of energy policies and co-operation in the OSCE region from the private sector perspective” will also take place. Experts from leading energy companies and associations will discuss how effective co-operation between the public and private sector can help tackle the dual challenge of meeting an increasing energy demand while producing less emissions in the OSCE region.
The Economic and Environmental Forum is the main meeting-cycle within the Economic and Environmental Dimension of the OSCE. Its objectives are to identify needs and priorities, to raise awareness and to stimulate the political will of the 57 OSCE participating States in dealing with economic, environmental and security related challenges, to share best practices, as well as to provide a platform for dialogue with representatives of International Organizations, the business and academic communities, and civil society.
The Second Preparatory Meeting of the 27th OSCE Economic and Environmental Forum is organized by 2019 Slovak OSCE Chairmanship with the support of the Office of the Co-ordinator of OSCE Economic and Environmental Activities.
In 2019, the First Preparatory Meeting took place in Vienna, Austria on 28-29 January. The Concluding Meeting is scheduled in Prague, Czech Republic on 11-13 September 2019.
You can also follow the EEF activities and discussions via @OSCE Twitter account, #EEFOSCE.
