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OSCE Mission to BiH Statement on the occasion of the International Holocaust Remembrance Day
Publishing date: 27 January 2024
Content type: News
Where we are: OSCE Mission to Bosnia and Herzegovina
What we do: Tolerance and non-discrimination
On International Holocaust Remembrance Day, the OSCE Mission to Bosnia and Herzegovina pauses to reflect on the millions of people who were persecuted and murdered by the Nazi regime and its collaborators. The unimaginable suffering of Jews, Slavs, Roma and Sinti, individuals with disabilities, sexual and religious minorities, and many others during one of the darkest chapters in human history serves as a stark but necessary reminder that we must prevent the recurrence of such inhumanity.
OSCE Field Operations continue discussions on regional co-operation on climate change and security
Publishing date: 26 January 2024
Content type: News
Where we are: Office of the Co-ordinator of OSCE Economic and Environmental Activities, OSCE Secretariat
What we do: Climate change, Environmental activities
To increase awareness and discuss regional co-operation on climate change and security, the OSCE gathered more than 40 representatives from its field operations to meet in Istanbul for a workshop on 13 and 14 December 2023. Emphasizing that the effects of climate change can exacerbate economic challenges and environmental degradation, which may negatively affect prosperity, stability and security in the OSCE area, the OSCE provides a platform for political dialogue on a wide range of issues associated with climate related security risks. These conversations form the basis for the implementation of activities on the ground.
OSCE launches co-operation on enhancement of Kazakhstan’s legislation and capacities on asset recovery
Publishing date: 26 January 2024
On 26 January 2024, the Deputy Head of the OSCE Programme Office in Astana, Mr. Yuri Fenopetov, met with the Chairman of the Asset Recovery Committee of the Prosecutor General's Office, Mr. Nurdaulet Suindikov, to discuss collaborative efforts in combatting illicit financial activities in Kazakhstan.
Lost in the smog
Publishing date: 26 January 2024
Content type: News
Where we are: OSCE Mission to Bosnia and Herzegovina
What we do: Environmental activities
Op-Ed by Ambassador Brian Aggeler, Head of the OSCE Mission to BiH on the air pollution in Bosnia and Herzegovina
Malta begins its OSCE Chairpersonship with a vision for strengthening resilience and enhancing security
Publishing date: 25 January 2024
Content type: Press release
Where we are: OSCE Chairmanship
VIENNA, 25 January 2024 – The OSCE Chair-in-Office, Minister for Foreign and European Affairs and Trade of Malta Ian Borg, presented the country’s vision for its 2024 Chairpersonship at the inaugural session of the OSCE Permanent Council today.
OSCE commends adoption of the Law on Peaceful Assembly in Una-Sana Canton
Publishing date: 24 January 2024
SARAJEVO, 24 January 2024- The OSCE Mission to Bosnia and Herzegovina (Mission) commends the Una-Sana Cantonal (USC) Assembly for yesterday’s adoption of the Law on Peaceful Assembly. Following a legislative process initiated in 2022, this represents an important step forward in aligning USC freedom of assembly laws with international human rights standards. The Mission is committed to assisting all authorities across BiH in improving their legislative protections of fundamental rights, including freedom of assembly. The Mission further recognizes the dedicated efforts and collaboration of the USC Ministry of Interior in the development and adoption of this law and remains available to support all relevant authorities in the proper implementation of this legislation.
Advancing youth crime prevention: OSCE organizes study visit to Germany for law enforcement representatives from Albania and Tajikistan
Publishing date: 24 January 2024
Content type: News
Where we are: Office of the Co-ordinator of OSCE Economic and Environmental Activities, Transnational Threats Department
What we do: Youth
Children and youth are particularly vulnerable to getting drawn into criminal and corrupt activities. Practitioners and institutions can play a crucial role in the early identification and prevention of delinquent behavior among young people. To foster their knowledge and expertise on this topic,