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OSCE Chairperson calls for calm in southern Kyrgyzstan
Publishing date: 19 May 2010
Content type: Press release
Where we are: OSCE Chairmanship
What we do: Democratization, Conflict prevention and resolution, Rule of law
ASTANA, May 19, 2010- The OSCE Chairperson-in-Office, Kazakhstan's Secretary of State and Foreign Minister Kanat Saudabayev, expressed deep concern today about the tragic events in Kyrgyzstan's southern Jalal-Abad region, which again led to...
Tajikistan is an important contributor to the security of the OSCE region, says OSCE Chairperson
Publishing date: 19 May 2010
Content type: Press release
Where we are: OSCE Chairmanship
DUSHANBE, 19 May 2010- The OSCE Chairperson-in-Office, Kazakhstan's State Secretary and Foreign Minister Kanat Saudabayev today stressed the importance of Tajikistan for the OSCE in his meetings with Tajik President Rahmon and Foreign Minister Zarifi...
OSCE, Asian Partners discuss comprehensive approach to security
Publishing date: 18 May 2010
Content type: Press release
Where we are: OSCE Chairmanship, OSCE Secretary General
SEOUL, 18 May 2010- How the OSCE concept of promoting comprehensive security through co-operation and dialogue could also be an inspiration for Asia is the focus of an OSCE Conference with the Organization's Asian Partners- Japan, Korea, Thailand...
Afghanistan linked to global, regional security, says OSCE Chairperson
Publishing date: 17 May 2010
Content type: Press release
Where we are: OSCE Chairmanship
KABUL, 17 May 2010- The OSCE Chairperson-in-Office, Kazakhstan's Secretary of State and Foreign Minister Kanat Saudabayev, discussed today in Kabul initiatives to strengthen Afghanistan's borders with neighbours, co-operate on combatting drug...
OSCE meeting on gender equality begins with calls for more action on increasing women's participation in public life
Publishing date: 6 May 2010
Content type: Press release
VIENNA, 6 May 2010- A special OSCE meeting on gender equality got underway today with participants calling for increased action by participating States to promote the participation of women in political and public life...
In Kyrgyzstan, OSCE Chairperson stresses need for urgent restoration of stability and rule of law, resolving acute social and economic problems
Publishing date: 20 April 2010
Content type: Press release
Where we are: OSCE Chairmanship, OSCE Programme Office in Bishkek
BISHKEK, 20 April 2010- The OSCE Chairperson-in-Office, Kazakhstan's Secretary of State and Foreign Minister Kanat Saudabayev, during a visit to Bishkek today to assess the situation and develop ways of overcoming the political crisis in Kyrgyzstan...
CSTO Secretary General says co-operation with OSCE crucial for security
Publishing date: 15 April 2010
Content type: Press release
Where we are: OSCE Chairmanship, Forum for Security Co-operation, Permanent Council
What we do: Conflict prevention and resolution
VIENNA, 15 April 2010- Co-operation between the Collective Security Treaty Organization and the OSCE is crucial to promote security in several areas, including the Kyrgyz crisis, the CSTO Secretary General, Nikolay Bordyuzha, told the OSCE today...
OSCE Chairmanship offers support to restore rule of law, public order and respect for human rights in Kyrgyzstan
Publishing date: 14 April 2010
Content type: Press release
Where we are: OSCE Chairmanship, Permanent Council
What we do: Democratization, Human rights, Conflict prevention and resolution, Policing, Rule of law
VIENNA, 14 April 2010- The OSCE is ready to help Kyrgyzstan restore the rule of law, public order and respect for human rights and fundamental freedoms, the Chairperson of the OSCE Permanent Council, Ambassador Kairat Abdrakhmanov said today...
OSCE Special Envoy calls for return to legal framework in Kyrgyzstan
Publishing date: 13 April 2010
Content type: Press release
Where we are: OSCE Chairmanship, OSCE Programme Office in Bishkek
What we do: Conflict prevention and resolution
BISHKEK, 13 April 2010- Restoration of the rule of law, establishment of order and respect for human rights and fundamental freedoms, and close co-operation with international community are key elements for achieving stability in the country...
OSCE Chairperson expresses condolences over plane crash
Publishing date: 10 April 2010
Content type: Press release
BRUSSELS, 10 April 2010- The OSCE Chairperson-in-Office, Kazakh Secretary of State and Foreign Minister Kanat Saudabayev, expressed his condolences today to the Polish people and the families of those killed, including Polish President Lech Kaczynski...