Georgia holds first meeting as Chair of the OSCE Forum for Security Co-operation

Georgia has assumed the Chairpersonship of the Forum for Security Co-operation (FSC) of the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE). Georgia’s Chairpersonship officially began at the opening session held in Vienna on 22 April.

Maka Botchorishvili, the Vice Prime Minister and Minister for Foreign Affairs of Georgia, opened the first session under the Georgian Chairpersonship, outlining Georgia’s priorities.

 “Georgia firmly believes that restoring respect for agreed principles and rebuilding confidence among participating States must remain at the center of our collective efforts. Georgia approaches its Chairpersonship with a clear set of priorities, which we intend to pursue in close cooperation with all participating States.”

The Vice Prime Minister announced three thematic security dialogues that will be organized during Georgian Chairpersonship, covering Strengthening Compliance with the OSCE Code of Conduct on Politico-Military Aspects of Security, the Impact of Armed Conflict on Women and Girls and Conflict-related Human Rights Violations under the Code of Conduct.

In her statement, the Vice Prime Minister also underscored: “Our country faces complex security challenges and understands firsthand the consequences of unresolved conflict, violations of sovereignty, and the erosion of confidence among participating States, as Russia continues the occupation of two regions of Georgia and maintains its illegal military presence there. This experience shapes our approach to leadership within the FSC: we are committed to constructive engagement, and practical measures that advance peace, stability, and security across the OSCE area.”

The Chairpersonship of the Forum for Security Co-operation rotates three times a year. Georgia will Chair the FSC until September 2026.