Statement on Kyrgyz Elections
The United States congratulates Kyrgyz citizens for their active engagement in the Presidential Elections on January 10.
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The Detention of the Russian Opposition Politician Aleksey Navalny
The United States strongly condemns Russia’s decision to arrest Aleksey Navalny.
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Right of Reply to the Russian Federation on Digital Censorship in the United States
The U.S. commitment to Freedom of Expression dates back more than two centuries, when our young country enshrined Freedom of Speech in the first amendment in the newly adopted Bill of Rights.
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Ongoing Violations of International Law and Defiance of OSCE Principles and Commitments by the Russian Federation in Ukraine
This coming spring marks seven years since Moscow, barely disguised behind the sheerest of veils, instigated an armed assault in the Donbas against its sovereign neighbor and fellow Slavic nation.
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Interpretive Statement on the Extension of the Mandate of the Deployment of OSCE Observers to Two Russian Checkpoints on the Russian
The United States finds it deeply regrettable that Russia continues to block the expansion of the geographic scope of the Observer Mission, despite the clear, strong, and continued support from other participating States to do so.
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Response to the Address by the President of the OSCE Parliamentary Assembly, Peter Lord Bowness
The United States welcomes OSCE Parliamentary Assembly President Right Honorable Peter Lord Bowness for your first address to the Permanent Council and we look forward to working with you.
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Response to the Inaugural Remarks by the new OSCE Secretary General Helga Schmid
Madam Secretary, the United States warmly welcomes you to the Permanent Council as you begin your tenure as Secretary General of the OSCE.
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Response to the Opening Address by the CiO and Minister for Foreign Affairs of Sweden, Ann Linde
Foreign Minister Linde, the United States welcomes you to the Permanent Council as OSCE Chair-in-Office for 2021.
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On the Extension of the Project Coordinator in Ukraine
On the Extension of the Project Coordinator in Ukraine As delivered by Ambassador James S. Gilmore III to the Permanent Council, Vienna December 17, 2020 Thank you, Mr. Chairperson. In connection with the adoption of the Decision for the Extension of the Mandate of the OSCE Project Coordinator in Ukraine, the United States joins …
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On the PC Decision on the Theme, Agenda, and Modalities for the 29th Economic and Environmental Forum (PC.DD/49/20)
On the PC Decision on the Theme, Agenda, and Modalities for the 29th Economic and Environmental Forum (PC.DD/49/20) As delivered by Ambassador James S. Gilmore III to the Permanent Council, Vienna December 17, 2020 Thank you, Mr. Chairperson. Regarding the Economic and Environmental Forum, the United States wishes to make an interpretative statement under paragraph …
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Right of Reply on Death Penalty
Right of Reply on Death Penalty As delivered by Ambassador James S. Gilmore III to the Permanent Council, Vienna December 17, 2020Thank you, Mr. Chairman. The United States would like to exercise our Right of Reply in response to the statements issued by the European Union. As one who at one time had the power …
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U.S. National Statement on OSCE Minsk Group
U.S. National Statement on OSCE Minsk Group As delivered by Ambassador James S. Gilmore III to the Permanent Council, Vienna December 17, 2020 Thank you, Mr. Chairperson. The United States, in our national capacity, welcomes the December 14 statement by the Co-Chairs of the OSCE Minsk Group after their visit to the region for consultations with the …
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Joint Statement on the Human Rights Violations and Abuses in the Chechen Republic of the Russian Federation
Joint Statement on the Human Rights Violations in the Chechen Republic of the Russian Federation As delivered by Ambassador Jeroen Boender of the Netherlands to the Permanent Council, Vienna December 17, 2020 I have the honor to deliver this statement on behalf of the Moscow Mechanism invoking participating States: Belgium, Canada, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Iceland, Ireland, Latvia, Lithuania, the …
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Statement on the 51st Round of the Geneva International Discussions (Conflict in Georgia)
Statement on the 51st Round of the Geneva International Discussions (Conflict in Georgia) As delivered by Deputy Chief of Mission Courtney Austrian to the Permanent Council, Vienna December 17, 2020 Thank you, Mr. Chair. The United States welcomes the successful effort to convene the 51st round of the Geneva International Discussions in Geneva on December …
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Human Rights Violations in Belarus
Human Rights Violations in Belarus As delivered by Ambassador James S. Gilmore III to the Permanent Council, Vienna December 17, 2020 Thank you, Mr. Chairperson. Mr. Chairperson, at the final PC of the year, it is appropriate that we take stock of events in Belarus since the fraudulent August 9 presidential election. We continue to …
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On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea As delivered by Ambassador James S. Gilmore III to the Permanent Council, Vienna December 17, 2020 Thank you, Mr. Chair. This is our last Permanent Council meeting of 2020, your last as chairperson: one of the more difficult years in recent history for all …
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Response to the Report by the Special Representative of the OSCE Chairperson-in-Office on Youth and Security, Keisi Seferi
Response to the Report by the Special Representative of the OSCE Chairperson-in-Office on Youth and Security, Keisi Seferi As delivered by Ambassador James S. Gilmore III to the Permanent Council, Vienna December 17, 2020 Thank you, Mr. Chair. Thank you, Ms. Seferi, for your detailed report. The United States warmly welcomes you for your first …
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Response to the Presentations by the Chairs of the Three Committees
Response to the Presentations by the Chairs of the Three Committees As prepared for delivery by Ambassador James S. Gilmore III to the Permanent Council, Vienna December 17, 2020 Thank you, Mr. Chair. Before commenting on our work in the Three Dimensions, I’d like to start by expressing the gratitude of my government for the role the …
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Joint Statement by the Heads of Delegation of the OSCE Minsk Group Co-Chair Countries (U.S. National Statement)
Joint Statement by the Heads of Delegation of the OSCE Minsk Group Co-Chair Countries (U.S. National Statement) As delivered by Ambassador James S. Gilmore III to the Permanent Council, Vienna December 11, 2020 Thank you, Mr. Chairman. The United States, in our national capacity, welcomes the December 3 statement by Minister Lavrov, Minister LeDrian, …
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Statement in Honor of International Human Rights Day
Statement in Honor of International Human Rights Day As delivered by Ambassador James S. Gilmore III to the Permanent Council, Vienna December 11, 2020 Thank you, Mr. Chairman. Yesterday, December 10, was International Human Rights Day, marking the adoption of the UN Universal Declaration of Human Rights in 1948. Many of the human rights and …
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Ongoing Violations of International Law by the Russian Federation in Ukraine
Ongoing Violations of International Law by the Russian Federation in Ukraine As delivered by Ambassador James S. Gilmore III to the Permanent Council, Vienna December 10, 2020 Thank you, Mr. Chairman. During last week’s Ministerial Council meeting, the participating States of this Permanent Council rightfully focused much of our attention on Russia’s multi-year aggression against …
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Response to the Presentation of the President of the International Committee of the Red Cross, Mr. Peter Maurer
Response to the Presentation of the President of the International Committee of the Red Cross, Mr. Peter Maurer As delivered by Ambassador James S. Gilmore III to the Permanent Council, Vienna December 10, 2020 Thank you, Mr. Chairman. The United States warmly welcomes you, President Maurer, to the Permanent Council, and thanks you for your comprehensive report. …
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Response to the Address by the Personal Representatives of the OSCE Chairperson-in-Office on Combatting Discrimination and Promoting Tolerance
Response to the Address by the Personal Representatives of the OSCE Chairperson-in-Office on Combatting Discrimination & Promoting Tolerance As delivered by Ambassador James S. Gilmore III to the Permanent Council, Vienna December 10, 2020 Thank you, Mr. Chairman. The United States welcomes to the Permanent Council the Chair-in-Office’s Personal Representatives on Tolerance and Non-Discrimination: Rabbi …
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Response to the Address by the Secretary General of the Council of Europe, Ms. Marija Pejčinović Burić
Response to the Address by the Secretary General of the Council of Europe, Ms. Marija Pejčinović Burić As delivered by Ambassador James S. Gilmore III to the Permanent Council, Vienna December 10, 2020 Thank you, Mr. Chairman. Secretary General Pejčinović Burić, the United States welcomes you in your second appearance here at the OSCE’s Permanent Council. The …
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Chairmanship Statement on COVID-19
Chairmanship Statement on COVID-19 As delivered to the Ministerial Council, Tirana, Albania December 4, 2020 1. We, the ministers for foreign affairs of the participating States of the OSCE, have convened in a world profoundly affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. 2. We recognize that COVID-19 constitutes an unprecedented global challenge, including to all participating …
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Right of Reply at the Closing Session OSCE 2020 Ministerial Council
Right of Reply at the Closing Session OSCE 2020 Ministerial Council As delivered by Ambassador James S. Gilmore III to the Ministerial Council, Tirana, Albania (Virtual via Zoom) December 4, 2020 I have already had an opportunity to do a closing statement that was quite thorough as you listeners are I’m sure aware. During the …
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Closing Remarks OSCE 2020 Ministerial Council
Closing Remarks OSCE 2020 Ministerial Council As delivered by Ambassador James S. Gilmore III to the Ministerial Council, Tirana, Albania (Virtual via Zoom) December 4, 2020 Mr. Chairman, thank you for the opportunity to do this closing statement. While each of the OSCE’s 45 years has seen its share of difficulties, 2020 has been one …
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Joint Statement on 30th anniversary of Copenhagen
Joint Statement on 30th anniversary of Copenhagen Statement Delivered by H.E. René Rosager Dinesen, Ambassador of Denmark, to the OSCE Ministerial Council Tirana, Albania (remotely, via Zoom) December 4, 2020 I have the honour to make this statement on behalf of the following 47 participating States: Albania, Andorra, Armenia, Austria, Azerbaijan, Belgium, Bosnia Herzegovina, Bulgaria, …
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Joint Statement on UNSCR 1325
Joint Statement on UNSCR 1325 Statement Delivered by H.E. Didier Nagant de Deuxchaisnes, Ambassador of Belgium, to the OSCE Ministerial Counci Tirana, Albania (remotely, via Zoom) December 4, 2020 I have the honour to make this statement on behalf of the following 52 participating States: Albania, Andorra, Armenia, Austria, Azerbaijan, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, …
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Joint Statement on Belarus
Joint Statement on Belarus Statement Delivered by H.E. Päivi Laivola de Rosière, Ambassador of Finland, to the OSCE Ministerial Council Tirana, Albania (remotely, via Zoom) December 4, 2020 I have the honour to make this statement on behalf of the following 36 participating States: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Canada, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, France, …
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Joint Statement on Ukraine
Joint Statement on Ukraine Statement Delivered by H.E. Anne-Kirsti Karlsen, Ambassador of Norway to the OSCE Ministerial Council Tirana, Albania (remotely, via Zoom) December 4, 2020 This Statement is delivered on behalf of Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Canada, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Georgia, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, …
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Joint Statement on the Thirtieth Anniversary of the Vienna Document
Joint Statement on the Thirtieth Anniversary of the Vienna Document Statement Delivered by H.E.Ulrika Funered, Ambassador of Sweden to the OSCE Ministerial Council Tirana, Albania (remotely, via Zoom) December 4, 2020 In this year, we celebrate thirty years of Vienna Document implementation in the OSCE area (ever since the adoption of the original version in …
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Joint Statement of the Group of Friends of Georgia
Joint Statement of the Group of Friends of Georgia Statement Delivered by H.E. Aurimas Taurantas, Ambassador of Lithuania OSCE Ministerial Council Tirana, Albania (remotely, via Zoom) December 4, 2020 This statement is delivered on behalf of Bulgaria, Canada, Czech Republic, Estonia, Finland, Ireland, Latvia, Lithuania, Norway, Poland, Romania, Sweden, Ukraine, the United Kingdom and the …
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Interpretative Statements on the OSCE Leadership Decisions
Interpretative Statements on the OSCE Leadership Decisions As prepared for delivery by Ambassador James S. Gilmore III to the OSCE Ministerial Council Tirana, Albania (remotely, via Zoom) December 4, 2020 INTERPRETATIVE STATEMENT UNDER § IV.1(A)6 OF THE RULES OF PROCEDURE OF THE OSCE ON THE DECISION FOR THE APPOINTMENT OF THE OSCE SECRETARY GENERAL Thank you, …
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OSCE Ministerial – Belarus Side Event Closing Remarks
OSCE Ministerial – Belarus Side Event Closing Remarks As prepared for delivery by DAS George Kent to the OSCE Side Event on Belarus Tirana, Albania (remotely, via Zoom) December 3, 2020 As we conclude today’s event, I want to express my government’s thanks to our UK colleagues, the other co-sponsors, and Minister Kofod of Denmark …
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Remarks by Deputy Secretary Biegun to the OSCE Ministerial Council Plenary Session
Remarks by Deputy Secretary Biegun to the OSCE Ministerial Council Plenary Session As prepared for delivery by Deputy Secretary Stephen E. Biegun to the OSCE Ministerial Council Plenary Session Tirana, Albania (remotely, via Zoom) December 3, 2020 It is an honor to join Ambassador Gilmore in representing the United States and Secretary Pompeo at this …
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Ambassador Reeker’s Remarks to the OSCE Side Event on Crimea
Ambassador Reeker’s Remarks to the OSCE Side Event on Crimea As prepared for delivery by Ambassador Philip T. Reeker to the OSCE Side Event on Crimea Tirana, Albania (remotely, via Zoom) December 3, 2020 Thank you, Foreign Minister Kuleba. It is an honor to speak at this event today and to join Ukraine and other …
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On the Elections in Georgia
The United States welcomes the fact that, as it has for many years, Georgia invited the OSCE and other international bodies to observe the parliamentary elections, and facilitated their efforts.
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Right of Reply on the Situation in and around Nagorno Karabakh
Right of Reply on the Situation in and around Nagorno Karabakh As delivered by Ambassador James S. Gilmore III to the Permanent Council, Vienna November 26, 2020 Thank you, Mr. Chairman. Having listened to the conversation, I feel compelled to say a few additional things here before we adjourn, so all of us can enjoy …
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Statement on the Situation in and around Nagorno Karabakh
Statement on the Situation in and around Nagorno Karabakh As delivered by Ambassador James S. Gilmore III to the Permanent Council, Vienna November 26, 2020 Thank you, Mr. Chairman. Please allow me this short statement. The United States encourages the sides to work with the Minsk Group Co-Chairs to resolve the outstanding issues from the November 9 …
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U.S. Statement on the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women
U.S. Statement on the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women As delivered by Ambassador James S. Gilmore III to the Permanent Council, Vienna November 26, 2020 Thank you, Mr. Chairman. In commemorating the International Day on the Elimination of Violence Against Women, the United States reaffirms its strong commitment to gender equality and eradicating …
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Ongoing Violations of International Law by the Russian Federation in Ukraine
Ongoing Violations of International Law by the Russian Federation in Ukraine As delivered by Ambassador James S. Gilmore III to the Permanent Council, Vienna November 26, 2020 Thank you, Mr. Chair. At next week’s Ministerial Council, the first in a fully virtual format, we expect to see significant attention paid to the Russia-led conflict in …
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Twenty-fifth Anniversary of the General Framework Agreement for Peace in Bosnia and Herzegovina (Dayton Accords)
Twenty-fifth Anniversary of the General Framework Agreement for Peace in Bosnia and Herzegovina (Dayton Accords), Guest Speaker, Miroslav Lajcak As delivered by Ambassador James S. Gilmore III to the Permanent Council, Vienna November 26, 2020 Thank you, Mr. Chairperson. I want to acknowledge Mr. Lajcak. I remember working with him when he was Chairperson in …
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Response to the Address by the President of the OSCE Parliamentary Assembly
We encourage OSCE Parliamentary Assembly delegates to continue to use your independent voices to defend not only this organization and its worthwhile institutions, but also the principles and values it represents.
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Response to the Report by the Head of the OSCE Presence in Albania
Response to the Report by the Head of the OSCE Presence in Albania As delivered by Ambassador James S. Gilmore III to the Permanent Council, Vienna November 26, 2020 Thank you, Mr. Chairman, for the floor and thank you, Ambassador Del Monaco, for your thorough briefing this morning. The United States warmly welcomes you for your first address …
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Read More» On Elections in the Kyrgyz Republic
On Elections in the Kyrgyz Republic As delivered by Ambassador James S. Gilmore III to the Permanent Council, Vienna November 19, 2020 Thank you, Mr. Chairman. I want to express my appreciation to my Kyrgyz colleague raising this topic today under “Any Other Business.” I would note that my government just announced it intends …
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On Presidential Elections in Moldova
On Presidential Elections in Moldova As delivered by Ambassador James S. Gilmore III to the Permanent Council, Vienna November 19, 2020 Thank you, Mr. Chairperson. The United States congratulates Moldova on their recent election. We also congratulate Maia Sandu on being elected the president of Moldova. Since 1991, the United States has been a dedicated …
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On Human Rights Violations in Belarus
On Human Rights Violations in Belarus As delivered by Ambassador James S. Gilmore III to the Permanent Council, Vienna November 19, 2020 Thank you, Mr. Chairperson. The European Union is right. And we follow on behind their statement. The right to peaceful assembly is one that Americans jealously defend. But it’s more than that, Mr. Chairperson. …
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On 75th Anniversary of Nuremberg Tribunal
On 75th Anniversary of Nuremberg Tribunal As delivered by Ambassador James S. Gilmore III to the Permanent Council, Vienna November 19, 2020 Thank you, Mr. Chairman. I am pleased to make a comment on the 75th Anniversary of the Nuremberg Tribunal. November 20 marks 75 years since the opening of the “Major War Criminals Trial” …
Read More» Ongoing Violations of International Law by the Russian Federation in Ukraine
Ongoing Violations of International Law by the Russian Federation in Ukraine As delivered by Ambassador James S. Gilmore III to the Permanent Council, Vienna November 19, 2020 Thank you, Mr. Chairman. Last week, the Special Monitoring Mission released its most recent thematic report on civilian casualties in the conflict-afflicted areas of eastern Ukraine. This report …
Read More» Response to Project Coordinator in Ukraine, Ambassador Henrik Villadsen
Response to Project Coordinator in Ukraine, Ambassador Henrik Villadsen As delivered by Ambassador James S. Gilmore III to the Permanent Council, Vienna November 19, 2020 Thank you, Mr. Chairman, and thank you, Ambassador Villadsen, for your very successful presentation today. We welcome you back to the Permanent Council. It has been a few eventful months since your last appearance before …
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Right of Reply to the Russian Federation on the Representative of the OSCE Joint Latvian-Russian Commission on Military Pensioners
Right of Reply to the Russian Federation on the Representative of the OSCE Joint Latvian-Russian Commission on Military Pensioners As delivered by Ambassador James S. Gilmore III to the Permanent Council, Vienna November 19, 2020 I don’t want to speak very long, but let me simply state to my Russian colleague: I am confused about …
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Response to the Representative of the OSCE Joint Latvian-Russian Commission on Military Pensioners
Response to the Representative of the OSCE Joint Latvian-Russian Commission on Military Pensioners As delivered by Ambassador James S. Gilmore III to the Permanent Council, Vienna November 19, 2020 Thank you, Mr. Chairperson, and thanks to Dr. Frohbart also very much for his report. Thank you, sir, for being here and giving your report. …
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Response to the Report of the Co-Chairs of the OSCE Minsk Group
Response to the Report of the Co-Chairs of the OSCE Minsk Group As delivered by Ambassador James S. Gilmore III to the Permanent Council, Vienna November 19, 2020 Thank you, Mr. Chairperson. My thanks also to Ambassador Kasprzyk, Ambassador Popov, Ambassador Visconti, Senior Advisor to the Secretary of State Andrew Schofer, and Lieutenant Colonel Mustafaraj. The …
Read More» Statement on the Conflict in and around Nagorno Karabakh
Statement on the Conflict in and around Nagorno Karabakh As delivered by Ambassador James S. Gilmore III to the Permanent Council, Vienna November 12, 2020 Thank you Madam Chair. The United States, as one of the three Minsk Group co-chairs, welcomes the apparent ceasefire and cessation of fighting in the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict zone. We have …
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Response to the Continuing Provocative Actions and Non-Transparent Military Convoys Movements in the Security Zone of the Republic of Moldova
Response to the Continuing Provocative Actions and Non-Transparent Military Convoys Movements in the Security Zone of the Republic of Moldova As delivered by Ambassador James S. Gilmore III to the Permanent Council, Vienna November 12, 2020 Thank you, Madam Chair. The United States commends Moldova for raising a number of concerns at the Permanent Council …
Read More» On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
Ongoing Violations of International Law and Defiance of OSCE Principles and Commitments by the Russian Federation in Ukraine As delivered by Ambassador James S. Gilmore III to the Permanent Council, Vienna November 12, 2020 Thank you, Madam Chairperson. As part of a broader program to destabilize its sovereign neighbor, Russia has fomented and financed a …
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Statement on the Mediterranean Partners for Cooperation
Statement on the Mediterranean Partners for Cooperation As delivered by Ambassador James S. Gilmore III to the Permanent Council, Vienna November 12, 2020 Thank you, Madam Chairperson. The United States commends our Mediterranean as well as our Asian Partners for Cooperation for progress in mirroring the principles and commitments of participating States, thereby extending the concept …
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Response to the Address by the Co-Chairs of the Geneva International Discussions on the Conflict in Georgia
Response to the Address by the Co-Chairs of the Geneva International Discussions on the Conflict in Georgia As delivered by Ambassador James S. Gilmore III to the Permanent Council, Vienna November 12, 2020 Thank you Madam Chair. The United States warmly welcomes to the Permanent Council the Co-Chairs of the Geneva International Discussions: EU …
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On the Continuing Provocative Actions and Non-Transparent Military Convoy Movements in the Security Zone of the Republic of Moldova
On the Continuing Provocative Actions and Non-Transparent Military Convoy Movements in the Security Zone of the Republic of Moldova As delivered by Deputy Chief of Mission Courtney Austrian to the Permanent Council, Vienna November 6, 2020 Thank you, Madam Chair. We welcome the information presented by my esteemed colleague of Moldova, and we reserve the …
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Right of Reply to the Russian Federation on the International Day to End Impunity for Crimes Against Journalists
Right of Reply to the Russian Federation on the International Day to End Impunity for Crimes Against Journalists As delivered by Deputy Chief of Mission Courtney Austrian to the Permanent Council, Vienna November 6, 2020 Thank you, Madam Chair. In respect for my colleagues time on a beautiful Friday, I will be brief but …
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Statement of the informal OSCE Group of Friends on the Safety of Journalists
Statement of the informal OSCE Group of Friends on the Safety of Journalists delivered by H.E. Christine Fages, Permanent Representative of France to the OSCE to the Permanent Council, Vienna November 6, 2020 Madam Chair, I make this statement on behalf of the informal OSCE Group of Friends on the Safety of Journalists, namely Austria, …
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On the Joint Statement of the Three Co-chairing Countries of the OSCE Minsk Group
On the Joint Statement of the Three Co-chairing Countries of the OSCE Minsk Group As delivered by Ambassador James S. Gilmore III to the Permanent Council, Vienna November 5, 2020 Thank you, Mr. Chair. In my national capacity, I would like to add that the United States welcomes the steps agreed under the auspices of the Minsk …
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On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea As delivered by Ambassador James S. Gilmore III to the Permanent Council, Vienna November 5, 2020 Thank you, Mr. Chairman. On October 29, the OSCE’s Observer Mission at the Gukovo and Donetsk checkpoints issued a spot report confirming another Russian convoy—the 97th!—crossing into Ukraine via the Donetsk Border Crossing Point. The Mission observed a total of six …
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Right of Reply to the Report under the Moscow Mechanism in Relation to Belarus
Right of Reply to the Report under the Moscow Mechanism in Relation to Belarus As delivered by Ambassador James S. Gilmore III to the Permanent Council, Vienna November 5, 2020 Thank you, Mr. Chairman. I’ve listened closely to the discussions that have been held from some of the other countries and I think it’s …
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U.S. National Statement on the Report under The Moscow Mechanism in Relation To Belarus
U.S. National Statement on the Report under The Moscow Mechanism in Relation To Belarus As delivered by Ambassador James S. Gilmore III to the Permanent Council, Vienna November 5, 2020 Thank you, Mr. Chairman. Mr. Chairman, the United States thanks OSCE Moscow Mechanism Rapporteur Professor Wolfgang Benedek for his compelling, thorough, and exceptionally well documented report. …
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Joint Statement on the Report under The Moscow Mechanism in Relation to Belarus
Joint Statement on the Report under The Moscow Mechanism in Relation to Belarus Statement Delivered by H.E. René Rosager Dinesen, Ambassador of Denmark to the Permanent Council, Vienna November 5, 2020 Mr Chair, I am delivering this statement on behalf of the following delegations who, acting together, on 17 September invoked the Moscow Mechanism …
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On the report by Coordinator of OSCE Economic and Environmental Activities
On the report by Coordinator of OSCE Economic and Environmental Activities As delivered by Ambassador James S. Gilmore III to the Permanent Council, Vienna November 5, 2020 Thank you very much I appreciate your courtesy in particular with the challenges of the proceeding speakers. Mr. Chairman, I want again to repeat, the United States wants …
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Statement of Condolence to the Greek and Turkish Victims of the October 30 Earthquake
Statement of Condolence to the Greek and Turkish Victims of the October 30 Earthquake I wish to express my sincere condolences to the people of Greece and Turkey for the losses suffered in Izmir, Chios, and Samos and the surrounding areas due to the earthquake in the Aegean on October 30, 2020. We …
Read More» Right of Reply on “Gross Violations of Human Rights in the USA” Raised by Russia
Right of Reply on “Gross Violations of Human Rights in the USA” Raised by Russia As delivered by Deputy Chief of Mission Courtney Austrian to the Permanent Council, Vienna October 29, 2020 Thank you, Mr. Chair. Since the distinguished representative from Russia has mentioned my country, I’d like to exercise my Right of Reply. As …
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Statement regarding the Conflict In and Around Nagorno-Karabakh
Statement regarding the Conflict In and Around Nagorno-Karabakh As delivered by Deputy Chief of Mission Courtney Austrian to the Permanent Council, Vienna October 29, 2020 Thank you, Mr. Chair. We too would like to take this opportunity to express our condolences to the people of France and those who were affected by today’s tragic terrorist …
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On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
Ongoing Violations of International Law and Defiance of OSCE Principles and Commitments by the Russian Federation in Ukraine As delivered by Deputy Chief of Mission Courtney Austrian to the Permanent Council, Vienna October 29, 2020 Thank you, Madam Chair. As October draws to a close, we are encouraged by another month of lower levels of …
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Response to the Report by the Director of the Conflict Prevention Centre
Response to the Report by the Director of the Conflict Prevention Centre, Ambassador Tuula Yrjölä As delivered by Deputy Chief of Mission Courtney Austrian to the Permanent Council, Vienna October 29, 2020 Thank you, Mr. Chair. The United States welcomes Officer in Charge Ambassador Yrola’s report on the activities of the Conflict Prevention Center at …
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Statement at Human Dimension Webinar on Democratic Law-Making: Principles of Law-Making and Public Consultations
Statement at Human Dimension Webinar on Democratic Law-Making: Principles of Law-Making and Public Consultations
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Ongoing Violations of International Law and Defiance of OSCE Principles and Commitments by the Russian Federation in Ukraine
Ongoing Violations of International Law and Defiance of OSCE Principles and Commitments by the Russian Federation in Ukraine As delivered by Ambassador James S. Gilmore III to the Permanent Council, Vienna October 22, 2020 Thank you, Mr. Chairman. Earlier this year, in this Permanent Council, we marked the 45th anniversary of the Helsinki …
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U.S. Statement on the Position of the Minsk Group Co-Chairs on the Nagorno-Karabakh Settlement
U.S. Statement on the Position of the Minsk Group Co-Chairs on the Nagorno-Karabakh Settlement As delivered by Deputy Political Counselor Lane Darnell Bahl to the Permanent Council, Vienna October 22, 2020 The United States fully supports the efforts of the Minsk Group Co-Chairs to facilitate a ceasefire and to bring Armenia and Azerbaijan back to …
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Response to the Report by the Head of the OSCE Mission to Moldova, Ambassador Claus Neukirch
Response to the Report by the Head of the OSCE Mission to Moldova, Ambassador Claus Neukirch As delivered by Ambassador James S. Gilmore III to the Permanent Council, Vienna October 22, 2020 Thank you, Mr. Chairman. We welcome Ambassador Neukirch to the Permanent Council and appreciate your report on the developments in Moldova and on …
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Statement on the 20th Anniversary of UNSCR 1325 on “Women, Peace and Security”
Statement on the 20th Anniversary of UNSCR 1325 on “Women, Peace and Security” As delivered by Ambassador James S. Gilmore III to the Permanent Council, Vienna October 22, 2020 Thank you, Mr. Chairman. The United States welcomes the Albanian Chairmanship’s focus on Women, Peace and Security at the OSCE, and we thank Ambassador Verveer …
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Statement at the Human Dimension Webinar on Access to Information and Freedom of the Media
Statement at the Human Dimension Webinar on Access to Information and Freedom of the Media The United States appreciates the opportunity to address the issues of access to information and freedom of the media at today’s webinar. Freedom of information is essential for the implementation of Principle VII of the Helsinki Final Act, which recognizes …
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Closing Statement at the OSCE Economic and Environmental Dimension Implementation Meeting
Closing Statement at the OSCE Economic and Environmental Dimension Implementation Meeting As delivered by Bahram Rajaee, Political Officer Vienna October 20, 2020 Thank you, Madame Moderator. And thank you, once again, to the Chairmanship and Office of Economic and Environmental Activities for organizing this week’s Economic and Environmental Dimension Implementation Meeting (EEDIM). The discussions and …
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Opening Statement at the OSCE Economic and Environmental Dimension Implementation Meeting
Opening Statement at the OSCE Economic and Environmental Dimension Implementation Meeting As delivered by Bahram Rajaee, Political Officer Vienna October 19, 2020 Thank you, Mr. Chair. Good morning, delegates and distinguished guests. I would like to begin by thanking Ambassador Hasani and the Albanian OSCE Chairmanship, and the Office of the Coordinator for Economic and …
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On the Situation in the Kyrgyz Republic after Parliamentary Elections
Statement to the Permanent Council
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Statement to the Permanent Council
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On Recent Developments in Belarus
Statement to the Permanent Council
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Press Release: Ambassador Gilmore and Special Envoy Carr on Combatting the Rise of Anti-Semitism in Europe
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Read More» On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
Statement delivered on February 6, 2020 at the Permanent Council on Russia’s Aggression against Ukraine.
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On Combating Anti-Semitism in the OSCE Region
Statement delivered in February 2020 by Special Envoy Elan S. Carr at the Conference on Combating Anti-Semitism in the OSCE Region held in Tirana, Albania
Read More» Press Release: Ambassador Gilmore Refutes Russian False Narrative about Ukraine
USOSCE Ambassador Gilmore spoke at the OSCE Permanent Council, lambasting Russian efforts to create an alternative narrative of what was taking place in eastern Ukraine.
Read More» On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
Statement delivered at the Permanent Council on Russia’s Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
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Remembering their Names: Observing International Holocaust Remembrance Day
Statement observing the International Holocaust Remembrance Day at the Permanent Council on January 30, 2020.
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On the Address by David Zalkaliani on Georgia’s Presidency of the Council of Europe
Statement delivered in response to Foreign Minister Zalkaliani and Georgia’s Presidency of the Council of Europe.
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On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
Statement delivered at the Permanent Council on Russia’s Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
Read More» Press Release: Ambassador Gilmore Outlines Russian Abuses of Ukrainian Prisoners
“I fear that the dozens of Ukrainian political prisoners Russia still holds may be experiencing the same severe mistreatment,” Gilmore assessed.
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Press Release: Ambassador Gilmore Praises Albania’s Appointment of Austrian Diplomat Mayr-Harting
USOSCE Ambassador Gilmore met with Ambassador Thomas Mayr-Harting, who was appointed by the OSCE Albanian Chairmanship as the Special Representative for the settlement process for the Transnistrian conflict in Moldova.
Read More» Downing of Ukraine International Airlines Flight PS752 by Iran
Statement delivered at the Permanent Council on the downing of flight PS752.
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Right of Reply on the Death Penalty
Right of Reply delivered to the Permanent Council on January 16, 2020.
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On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
Statement delivered on January 16, 2020 at the Permanent Council on Russia’s Aggression against Ukraine.
Read More» On the Address by OSCE Parliamentary Assembly President George Tsereteli
Statement delivered in response to the address by the OSCE Parliamentary Assembly President
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Press Release: Ambassador Gilmore Explains U.S. Defensive Actions Against Iranian Violence
“On January 7, Iran launched more than a dozen ballistic missiles against U.S. and coalition military personnel in Iraq. “
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On Opening Remarks by Chair-in-Office and Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama
Statement delivered in response to the address by the 2020 OSCE Chair-in-Office Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama.
Read More» On the Geneva International Discussions on the Conflict in Georgia
Statement delivered to the Permanent Council on the Geneva International Discussions on the Conflict in Georgia.
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On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
Statement delivered at the Permanent Council on Russia’s Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea.
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On the Extension of the OSCE Project Co-ordinator in Ukraine
Interpretative statement delivered on the Mandate of the OSCE Project Co-ordinator in Ukraine.
Read More» Interpretative Statement on the Extension of the Border Observer Mission
Interpretative statement delivered on the Extension of the Observer Mission on the Russian-Ukrainian Border.
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Response to Project Coordinator in Ukraine, Ambassador Henrik Villadsen
U.S. statement delivered at the Permanent Council in response to the Project Coordinator in Ukraine.
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Response to the Three OSCE Committee Chairs
Statement delivered to the Permanent Council in response to the reports by the Three OSCE Committee Chairs.
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Response to the Special Representative on Combating Corruption Paola Severino
U.S. statement delivered at the Permanent Council in response to the Special Representative on Combating Corruption.
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Response to OSCE Chief Monitor in Ukraine and the CiO’s Special Rep. to Ukraine
U.S. Statement In Response to the OSCE Chief Monitor and the CiO ‘s Special Representative to Ukraine.
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Right of Reply to Russia on International Human Rights Day
Right of Reply delivered at the Permanent Council in response to the Russian delegation.
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On International Human Rights Day
Statement delivered at the Permanent Council on International Human Rights Day
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Interpretative Statement on the PC Decision on the 28th EEF
An interpretative statement by the United States and Canada on the decision on modalities of the 28th Economic and Environmental Forum.
Read More» Response to the Secretary General of the Council of Europe, Marija Pejčinović Burić
Statement delivered at the Permanent Council on remarks by the Council of Europe Secretary General.
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Closing Remarks at the OSCE Ministerial Council Final Plenary Session
The U.S. closing statement delivered by Ambassador James S. Gilmore III at the 2019 OSCE Ministerial Council.
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Joint Statement on Euro-Atlantic security
Joint statement on Euro-Atlantic security delivered at the closing of the 2019 OSCE Ministerial Council meeting in Bratislava, Slovakia.
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Joint statement of the Group of Friends of Georgia on the Russia-Georgia Conflict
Joint statement of the Group of Friends of Georgia on Russia-Georgia Conflict delivered at the closing of the 2019 OSCE Ministerial Council meeting in Bratislava, Slovakia.
Read More» Joint Statement on Human Rights and Fundamental Freedoms
Joint statement on Human Rights and Fundamental Freedoms delivered at the closing of the 2019 OSCE Ministerial Council meeting in Bratislava, Slovakia
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Opening Remarks delivered at the OSCE Ministerial Council Press Conference
USOSCE Ambassador Gilmore’s Opening Remarks at the 2019 OSCE Ministerial Council Press Conference.
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On OSCE Co-Chairing UN Interagency Coordination Group against Trafficking in Persons
Statement delivered at the 2019 OSCE Ministerial Council side event on Trafficking in Persons.
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On the Threat of Hybrid Warfare Across All Three OSCE Dimensions
Remarks delivered at an OSCE Ministerial Council side event entitled “The Threat of Hybrid Warfare Across All Three Dimensions.”
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Opening Remarks at the Launch of the OSCE Virtual Training Center on Energy Security
Opening Remarks for the Launch of the OSCE Virtual Training Center on Energy Security
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Opening Remarks at the OSCE Ministerial Council First Plenary Session
The U.S. opening statement delivered at the 2019 OSCE Ministerial Council.
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Assistant Secretary of State Robert Destro Meets in Solidarity with Civil Society in advance of OSCE Ministerial
Press Release: Assistant Secretary Destro assured human rights defenders: “The United States stands in defense of civil society and we reject undue restrictions on civil society participation in the OSCE.”
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On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
Statement delivered at the Permanent Council on Russia’s Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
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On Combating Discrimination and Promoting Tolerance
Statement delivered to the Permanent Council on on Combating Discrimination and Promoting Tolerance
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On the 86th Anniversary of the Holodomor in Ukraine
Statement delivered at the Permanent Council on the 86th Anniversary of the Holodomor in Ukraine
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On the Detention of Georgian Physician Vazha Gaprindashvili
Statement delivered at the Permanent Council on the Detention of Georgian Physician Vazha Gaprindashvili
Read More» On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
Statement delivered at the Permanent Council on Russia’s Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea.
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On the Parliamentary Elections in Belarus
Statement delivered at the Permanent Council on the Parliamentary Elections in Belarus.
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On Report of OSCE Special Rep. & Coordinator on Combating Trafficking in Human Beings
Statement delivered at the Permanent Council on report by OSCE Special Rep on Combating Trafficking in Human Beings
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On the Report by the Head of Mission for the OSCE Presence in Albania
Statement delivered at the Permanent Council in response to the report by OSCE Presence in Albania Head of Mission Ambassador Borchardt.
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Right of Reply to the Russian Federation regarding Media Freedom
Right of reply to the Russian Federation regarding statements delivered during the report by the OSCE RFoM.
Read More» On Report by OSCE Representative on Freedom of the Media
Statement delivered at the Permanent Council on the report by the OSCE Representative on Freedom of the Media Harlem Désir.
Read More» On the Geneva International Discussions on the Conflict in Georgia
Response delivered to the Permanent Council in to Co-Chairs of the Geneva International Discussions on the Conflict in Georgia
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Regarding Russian Occupation of Georgia, Ambassador Gilmore Acknowledges “Wake Up Call” for the “Most Serious Situation We’ve Seen in Years”
Regarding Russian Occupation of Georgia, Ambassador Gilmore Acknowledges “Wake Up Call” for the “Most Serious Situation We’ve Seen in Years” PRESS RELEASE | November 15, 2019 Vienna, November 14, 2019 – Responding to the reports by the co-chairs of the Geneva International Discussions on the situation in Georgia, Ambassador James Gilmore, head of the U.S. …
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Right of Reply on the Situation in Ukraine and the Need to Implement the Minsk Agreements
Right of Reply delivered at the Permanent Council in Response to the Russian delegation
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On Ongoing Human Rights Violations and Abuses by the Russian Federation
Statement delivered to the Permanent Council On Ongoing Human Rights Violations and Abuses by the Russian Federation.
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On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
Statement delivered at the Permanent Council on Russia’s Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea.
Read More» On the OSCE Joint Latvian-Russian Commission on Military Pensioners
Statement delivered to the Permanent Council On the OSCE Joint Latvian-Russian Commission on Military Pensioners
Read More» On the Statement by the President of the ICRC
Statement delivered to the Permanent Council in Response to ICRC President Peter Mauer.
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On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
Statement delivered at the Permanent Council on Russia’s aggression against Ukraine and illegal occupation of Crimea.
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On the OSCE Minsk Group, CiO Personal Representative, and High-Level Planning Group
Statement delivered at the Permanent Council in response to the reports by OSCE Minsk Conference
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On the Report by the OSCE High Commissioner on National Minorities
Statement delivered at the Permanent Council in response to the OSCE High Commissioner on National Minorities.
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On the Day to End Impunity for Crimes Against Journalists
Joint statement by the informal OSCE Group of Friends on Safety of Journalists in observance of the International Day to End Impunity for Crimes against Journalists.
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Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
Statement delivered at the Permanent Council on Russia’s Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
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Point of Clarification with Regards to Weapons in Ukraine
Point of Clarification delivered to the Permanent Council on the situation in Ukraine
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On Concern about Accreditation for RFE/RL Radio Ozodi
Statement delivered to the Permanent Council on concern about accreditation for RFE/RL Radio Ozodi
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Recognizing Kosovo’s Progress in Bringing Murderers of Oliver Ivanovic to Justice
Statement delivered to the Permanent Council on Kosovo’s Progress in the Ivanovic Murder Case.
Read More» On the Report of the OSCE Economic and Environment Activities Coordinator
Statement delivered at the Permanent Council in response to the OSCE Economic & Environment Activities Coordinator.
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On the Report by OSCE Parliamentary Assembly President George Tsereteli
Statement delivered at the Permanent Council in response to the report by the OSCE PA President.
Read More» USOSCE Ambassador Gilmore Calls Out Russia’s “Evil Conduct”
Press Release: USOSCE Amb. Gilmore spoke at the OSCE weekly Permanent Council Meeting on Russia’s “Evil Conduct”
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Point of Clarification on the Conflict in Georgia
Point of Clarification raised by the U.S. Delegation at the Permanent Council
Read More» On the Geneva International Discussions on the Conflict in Georgia
Statement delivered to the Permanent Council on the Geneva International Discussions on the Conflict in Georgia
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Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
Statement delivered at the Permanent Council on Russia’s Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
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On the Report by ODIHR Director Gisladóttir
Statement delivered at the Permanent Council on the Report by ODIHR Director Gisladóttir
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On the Report by the Head of Mission to Moldova
Statement delivered at the Permanent Council on the Report by the Head of Mission to Moldova
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On the 2nd Anniversary of the Assassination of Daphne Caruana Galizia
Two years ago, Daphne Caruana Galizia was murdered in a heinous car bomb attack.
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EEDIM 2019: Closing Statement
Statement delivered at the 2019 OSCE Economic and Environmental Dimension Implementation Meeting.
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EEDIM 2019: Joint Statement by the Group of Friends on the Environment
Joint Statement delivered by the Group of Friends of the Environment at EEDIM 2019.
Read More» EEDIM 2019: Opening Statement
Statement delivered at the 2019 OSCE Economic and Environmental Dimension Implementation Meeting.
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On the Report of the Director of the Conflict Prevention Center
Statement delivered at the Permanent Council on the Report of the Conflict Prevention Center Director
Read More» Right of Reply on the Death Penalty
Right of Reply delivered to the Permanent Council on October 10, 2019
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Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
Statement delivered at the Permanent Council on Russia’s Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea.
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On the Continuing Restrictions on Freedom of the Media in the Russian Federation
Statement delivered at the Permanent Council on the Continuing Restrictions on Freedom of the Media in Russia.
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