On the Report on the Activities of the OSCE Chairperson-In-Office
The United States underscored our deep commitment to promote Holocaust education and remembrance and to combat anti-Semitism and other forms of hate
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On the 54th round of the Geneva International Discussions
The United States reiterates its strong support for Georgia’s sovereignty, independence, and territorial integrity within its internationally-recognized borders.
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On Awarding the 2021 Nobel Peace Prize to Journalists Maria Ressa and Dmitry Muratov
The United States joins the other participating States who have spoken today in congratulating Maria Ressa and Dmitry Muratov for winning the 2021 Nobel Prize for Peace.
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Joint Statement on International Day of the Girl Child of the Group of Friends of Youth and Security
Girls are vital participants in securing our common security.
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Statement on the 21st Anniversary of UNSCR 1325 on Women, Peace and Security
We appreciate the women and men working to advance comprehensive security in the OSCE area in an inclusive manner.
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On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
We call on Russia and the forces it leads to immediately cease preventing the other SMM monitors.
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Statement on the Presentation of the 2022 Unified Budget Proposal by the Secretary General
The United States continues to support a stable and reliable budget for the OSCE.
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Closing Statement at the OSCE Economic and Environmental Dimension Implementation Meeting
The United States remains fully engaged in implementing its OSCE commitments on combating corruption and good governance.
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On Participation of the Private Sector, Civil Society, and Media in Efforts to Prevent and Combat Corruption and Enhance Good Governance
The United States firmly supports the OSCE’s active role to assist participating States in efforts to implement their anticorruption commitments.
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On the 30th Anniversary of the Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights
It is an honor to represent the United States at this 30th anniversary celebration of the impressive contributions that ODIHR has made to the security of the OSCE region.
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Introductory Remarks at the EEDIM Side Event on “Women’s Leadership in Combating Conservation Crimes”
The United States is committed to combating biodiversity loss and conservation crimes.
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Opening Statement at the OSCE Economic and Environmental Dimension Implementation Meeting
EEDIM is an opportunity to examine how well we participating States have been implementing our commitments.
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National Statement at the 2021 OSCE Mediterranean Conference
As the world seeks to recover from the ravages of the global COVID-19 pandemic, regional and global cooperation take on even greater importance.
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On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
Russia’s ongoing aggression in eastern Ukraine and occupation of Crimea is now in its eighth year and has claimed more than 13,000 lives.
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Right of Reply to EU on Death Penalty
President Biden supports legislatively ending the death penalty at the federal level and incentivizing states to follow the federal government’s example.
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Response to the Report by the Special Rep. of the OSCE CiO in Ukraine and the TCG & the Chief Monitor of the OSCE SMM to Ukraine
We do not, nor will we ever, recognize Russia’s purported annexation of Crimea.
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Statement on Recent Tensions in Kosovo
The United States continues to encourage closer regional cooperation to address barriers to free movement, trade, and investment in the Western Balkans.
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The Role of Civil Society in the OSCE Region
In the OSCE’s region, some governments advance the falsehood that only by restricting human rights can societies ensure prosperity and security.
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National Statement in Support of the Minsk Group Co-Chairs
The United States encourages Armenia and Azerbaijan to work closely with the co-chairs to advance the settlement process based on the principles enshrined in the Helsinki Final Act.
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Right of Reply to the Russian Federation on the Rise of neo-Nazism in the OSCE area
The United States categorically condemns the glorification of Nazism and all modern forms of racism, xenophobia, discrimination, and related intolerance.
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Right of Reply to the Russian Federation on the Rise of neo-Nazism in the OSCE area
We urge Russia to stop blocking HDIM so that we can all gather to honestly and constructively discuss the issues we all care about with each other and with civil society.
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On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
The United States deeply regrets the choice by the Russian Federation to block consensus on extension of the BOM’s mandate.
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Response to the Address by Minister for Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan, H.E. Mr. Ruslan Kazakbaev
The United States looks to the Kyrgyz government to ensure an impartial and thorough investigation is conducted into Azimjon Askarov’s death.
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Right of Reply to the Russian Federation’s Claims of Foreign Interference in Duma Elections
Russia marginalized civil society activists, independent media, and opposition groups ahead of the elections.
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Russian Electoral Conditions Not Conducive to Free or Fair Duma Elections
We regret that the elections took place under conditions not conducive to free and fair proceedings.
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Right of Reply to the Russian Federation Defending ODIHR’s Election Methodology
The United States fully supports ODIHR’s independence and autonomy in reaching its professional conclusion.
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On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
Russia’s ongoing aggression in eastern Ukraine and occupation of Crimea is now in its eighth year.
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Interpretative Statement on the Decision on the Budget for Closing the OSCE Border Observation Mission
We will continue to urge Russia to provide for OSCE monitoring along the Russia-Ukraine border.
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Responses to the Financial Report and Financial Statements for 2020, the Report of the External Auditor and Internal Audit Opinion
As the United States provides a significant level of funding to this organization, we have an equally high level of interest in reviewing these reports.
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Response to the Director of the OSCE Conflict Prevention Center
Russia continues to occupy parts of Georgia, sustain the conflict it fomented in eastern Ukraine, and occupy and militarize the Crimean Peninsula.
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Strengthening the Fight Against Transnational Organized Crime: Adapting to the Evolving Situation Asian Partners for Cooperation Conference
The United States is very encouraged by the attention the issue of transnational organized crime is receiving at the OSCE.
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On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
Russia must cease its baseless and vindictive repression of the Crimean Tatar community.
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The Lukashenka Regime’s Continuing Disregard for Human Rights and Fundamental Freedoms
We condemn the politically motivated conviction and shameful sentencing on September 6 of Belarusian democratic opposition figures Maria Kalesnikava and Maksim Znak.
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Ongoing Violations of International Law and Defiance of OSCE Principles and Commitments by the Russian Federation in Ukraine
Russia’s irresponsible and destabilizing behavior not only threatens the security of its neighbors, but also the security of the wider OSCE region.
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On Russia’s Continued Objection to Renewal of the OSCE’s Border Observation Mission Mandate
Russia’s latest obstruction looks to be just the latest in a long line of broken promises and the most recent demonstration that maintaining positive relations with its neighbors is simply not a priority for Russia.
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Response to the Report of the Acting Head of the OSCE Mission in Kosovo, Michael Davenport
The United States seeks peace, justice, and prosperity in a democratic Kosovo that is fully integrated into the international community and part of a free, resilient, and thriving Europe.
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Response to OSCE Parliamentary Assembly President Margareta Cederfelt
We once again call upon Russia to finally join consensus on the procedural decisions regarding HDIM 2021.
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Closing Statement at the 29th OSCE Economic and Environmental Forum Meeting
As the United States has noted before, I would like to reiterate that the OSCE is overdue for an updated consensus decision on women’s economic empowerment.
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Opening Statement at the 29th OSCE Economic and Environmental Forum in Prague
Over the past year, the United States has welcomed and actively supported the Chair’s efforts to promote women’s economic empowerment and thus improve security in the OSCE region.
Read More» Joint statement by the OSCE Women ambassadors’ network
We warmly welcome Austria as new FSC chair and are looking forward to engaging in constructive and fruitful discussions on the Women, Peace and Security Agenda (WPS) in this Forum, also leading up to the Ministerial Council in Stockholm.
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Joint Statement Human Dimension Implementation Meeting 2021
We deeply regret that consensus has not been reached on the three procedural decisions regarding the Human Dimension Implementation Meeting this year.
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On the Secretary General’s Statement on Afghanistan
The United States would like to express our deepest and most heartfelt thanks to all those OSCE participating states that helped with the evacuation.
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Concerns over Intensifying Repression in Russia Ahead of the September Duma Elections
We call on Russia’s authorities to end their repression of human rights defenders, political opponents, and independent journalists, and to respect the human rights and fundamental freedoms of all.
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Right of Reply to Russia on Enforced Disappearances
The United States is a country where the rule of law is paramount and where we hold those who violate the law accountable.
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International Day of the Victims of Enforced Disappearances
The United States stands in solidarity with victims of the egregious crime of enforced disappearance and with the loved ones who live with the agony of their absence and the added pain of not knowing their whereabouts or fate.
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On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
Russia bears responsibility for every casualty on both sides of the Line of Contact. Its aggression against Ukraine is the sole driver of the daily violence that causes these tragedies.
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Right of Reply to Russia: Russia’s Objection to Renewal of the OSCE’s Border Observer Mission Mandate
Russia’s current objection to the Border Observer Mission’s mandate renewal looks to be just the latest in a long line of broken promises
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Report of the Chief Observer of the OSCE Observer Mission at the Russian Checkpoints of Gukovo and Donetsk
The United States joins other participating States in calling for Russia to allow for the geographic expansion of this Mission.
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On the Report by the Head of the OSCE Presence in Albania
We would like to recognize and thank Albania for its strong international leadership in recent years.
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ASRC Closing Remarks
The United States, like most participating States here, agrees that a substantive update of the Vienna Document would go a long way in beginning to rebuild military stability, predictability, and transparency.
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ASRC Statement on the Elements of the OSCE Conflict Cycle
The simple fact is we do not lack good ideas to update our conflict cycle toolbox and enhance its effectiveness; what we need is the political will to do so.
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ASRC Statement on Conventional Arms Control & Confidence and Security Building Measures
We continue to call on Russia not only to implement in full its existing commitments under the Vienna Document, but also to engage constructively on its modernization.
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ASRC Statement on Transnational Threats: Current and Future Trends in the OSCE Area and Beyond
Efforts to counter transnational threats that do not respect human rights and fundamental freedoms ultimately foster conditions that enable these threats to proliferate.
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ASRC Working Session I Statement on Conflicts and Crises in the OSCE area
The United States looks forward to contributing to the resolution of the protracted conflicts as we prepare for the Ministerial Council this December.
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U.S. Statement at the Annual Security Review Conference Special Session on Ukraine
We do not, nor will we ever, recognize Russia’s purported annexation of Crimea. We reaffirm that Crimea is Ukraine.
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Opening Statement at the Annual Security Review Conference
The United States strongly believes participating States should not treat the decision to delay the 2021 ASRC until after the summer recess as a precedent.
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Russia’s Continued Obstruction of the 2021 Human Dimension Implementation Meeting
Russia’s continued obstruction of the path to the 2021 HDIM unless its unilateral demands are met is not how a responsible participating State behaves.
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The Need for the Human Dimension Implementation Meeting (HDIM)
It is vital that the 2021 HDIM is convened. The annual review of implementation of human dimension commitments is a core function of this organization.
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Permanent Council Decisions on the 2021 ASRC and Unified Budget
The United States appreciates the Swedish Chair’s efforts to find consensus on technical decisions related to the Annual Security Review Conference and the 2021 Unified Budget.
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On the International Day of Youth
The Co-Chairs (Spain, Kyrgyz Republic, and United States) of the OSCE’s Group of Friends of Youth and Security would also like to recognize the International Day of Youth and give thanks to the young people who have supported their communities in the OSCE region and beyond—especially during the pandemic.
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One Year Anniversary of the Fraudulent Presidential Election in Belarus
Three days ago, we marked the one-year anniversary of the August 9 fraudulent presidential election in Belarus and the subsequent violent crackdown by the Lukashenka regime. Today, our thoughts remain with Belarusians who continue to peacefully demand respect for their human rights and fundamental freedoms.
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Joint statement of the Group of Friends of Georgia
Thirteen years since the Russian military invasion of Georgia, we remain deeply concerned over the continued occupation of parts of the territory of Georgia and underline the need for the peaceful resolution of the conflict based on full respect for the UN Charter, the Helsinki Final Act and international law.
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On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
Seven years after Russia’s attempt to annex Crimea and the launch of its armed aggression in eastern Ukraine, Russia’s ongoing occupation and militarization of Crimea and violent campaign in eastern Ukraine threatens European security. Despite the relative success of the Additional Measures to Strengthen the Ceasefire last summer, Russia persists in obstructing peace negotiations within the Trilateral Contact Group …
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Statement of Support for the ASRC, HDIM, and the 2021 Unified Budget
The United States appreciates the efforts of the Swedish Chair-in-Office to find consensus and is extremely disappointed that a few States represented in this Permanent Council continue to reject good faith efforts at reasonable compromises.
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Migrants Irregularly Crossing from Belarus to Lithuania
The United States shares the concerns of our Lithuanian and European allies regarding the significant uptick in migrants and asylum seekers irregularly crossing from Belarus to Lithuania.
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Protecting the Integrity of OSCE’s Election Observation Methodology
The United States regrets that Russia’s restrictions resulted in ODIHR’s decision that it would be unable to effectively observe the Duma elections in September.
Read More» U.S. National Statement on the July 29 OSCE Minsk Group Statement
As a Co-Chair country of the Minsk Group, the United States condemns the recent escalation of violence along the international border between Armenia and Azerbaijan.
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On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
July 27 marked the first anniversary of the issuance and enactment of the Trilateral Contact Group’s (TCG’s) Additional Measures to Strengthen the Ceasefire.
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Responsibility of participating States to uphold the OSCE principles and commitments that underpin the security and safety of our populations
If a State insists on having all its demands met before reaching consensus, that is not compromise; that is hostage-taking.
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Right of Reply to Russia On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
I just wanted to remind my esteemed Russian colleague that Moscow committed to all three of the Minsk agreements: the Minsk Protocol, signed September 5, 2014; the Minsk Memorandum of Understanding, signed September 19, 2014; and the Minsk Package of Measures, signed February 12, 2015, since you wanted us to talk about documents.
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On Continuous Flagrant Violation of Human Rights in the Transnistrian Region of the Republic of Moldova by the Secessionist Regime
The United States and Canada remain deeply concerned by the continued repression of human rights and fundamental freedoms in Moldova’s Transnistria region.
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World Day Against Trafficking in Persons
This year’s theme for the World Day against Trafficking in Persons, “Victims’ Voices Lead the Way,” honors those who were subjected to human trafficking, with an emphasis on supporting, listening, and learning from those who survived this heinous crime.
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Recent Developments in Belarus
One year ago, the world witnessed the incredible strength and courage of the Belarusian people as hundreds of thousands gathered in squares across the country to peacefully protest authoritarianism and call for new free and fair elections.
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On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
Russia’s aggression against Ukraine, harm to its civilian populations, and political coercion are not confined to the Donbas region.
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The Seven Year Anniversary of the Downing of Malaysia Airlines Flight MH17
Saturday marked seven years since Malaysia Airlines Flight #17 was shot down over Russia-controlled Donetsk in Ukraine by Russia-backed militants.
Read More» Response to the OSCE Asian Partners for Cooperation with a Special Focus on “Strengthening Good Governance and Combating Corruption”
The OSCE Asian Partners for Cooperation format gives participating States a chance to review and renew the ties linking Europe and Eurasia, by sharing perspectives and best practices in all three dimensions of security.
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On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
The United States and other participating States in this Chamber fully support Ukraine’s sovereignty, independence, and territorial integrity.
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Interpretative Statement on the Border Observation Mission in Ukraine
Russia’s long-standing efforts to hinder the work of this Mission are a clear demonstration of Moscow’s unwillingness to take its Minsk commitments seriously.
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Response to the Presentation by the Secretary General of the Gender Action Plan Annual Progress Report
The United States thanks you, Secretary General Schmid, for your first report to the Permanent Council on the implementation of the 2004 Action Plan on the Promotion of Gender Equality.
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On Moldova’s Parliamentary Elections
The United States welcomes Moldova raising this issue and congratulates the people of Moldova on their July 11th early Parliamentary elections.
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On the Ukraine Reform Conference
The United States welcomes recent progress in advancing key reforms in Ukraine.
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On the 26th Anniversary of the Srebrenica Genocide
We stand with the families of those who lost their loved ones and with those who tirelessly seek justice in their names.
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On Recent Developments in Belarus
The human rights situation in Belarus continues to deteriorate. The abuses and repression of pro-democracy activists, independent media, and civil society continue to grow.
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On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
We echo Special Representative Grau’s appeal to our Russian colleagues to resume a constructive approach to negotiations, which they abandoned more than a year ago.
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Statement on Cooperation with the Mediterranean Partners
The strength of the dialogue between the Mediterranean Partners for Cooperation and the OSCE is made evident by many examples of cooperation
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Response to the Address by the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Poland, H.E. Mr. Zbigniew Rau
We commend Polish Foreign Minister Rau’s focus on the OSCE’s guiding Helsinki Final Act principles and the Paris Charter.
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On OSCE’s Role and Commitment to Prevent and Combat Terrorism in All Its Forms: Trends and Challenges
One of the best places to have a fulsome discussion on counterterrorism at the OSCE is at the Annual Security Review Conference (ASRC).
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Remarks by U.S. Deputy Assistant Secretary Michael Murphy
Remarks by U.S. Deputy Assistant Secretary Michael Murphy As prepared for delivery by Deputy Assistant Secretary Michael Murphy to the Cross Dimensional Committee Meeting on Anti-Corruption July 9, 2021 Thank you, Madam Chair. I would like to thank the Committee Chairs and the Special Representative on Combating Corruption for organizing today’s event. The challenge …
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On July 5 Violence in Georgia
The attacks targeted civic activists, community members, and journalists who were peacefully exercising the rights guaranteed to them by Georgia’s Constitution
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On Release of the 2021 Trafficking in Persons Report
The theme of this year’s TiP Report is “Human Trafficking in the Context of a Global Pandemic.”
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Response to the Secretary General’s Thematic Report to the Permanent Council “Anti-Corruption”
The United States welcomes the weekly report of the Secretary General, as well as the thematic report to the Permanent Council on OSCE efforts to combat corruption.
Read More» On the 53rd Round of Geneva International Discussions
During the 53rd round of the Geneva International Discussions (GID) on the conflict in Georgia, the United States stressed the continuing relevance and significance of the GID.
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On Continued Crackdown on Civil Society in Russia
In recent weeks Russia continued its relentless campaign against independent civil society, democracy advocates, media, and academic institutions.
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On the Update by OSCE CiO Special Representative and OSCE Chief Monitor in Ukraine
Although Russia tries to cast itself as a mere “mediator” in this conflict, Moscow unceasingly obstructs the paths to resolution.
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Right of Reply to the Russian Federation on the International Day in Support of Victims of Torture 2021
(…) in the Russian Federation, where when individuals or organizations bring such allegations to light, they themselves are then arrested and tortured.
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Marking the International Day in Support of Victims of Torture 2021
The United States condemns torture wherever and whenever it occurs and strongly urges governments to abide by their international obligations and end impunity.
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Interpretative Statement on the Extension of the Project Coordinator in Ukraine
The mandate of the Project Coordinator in Ukraine applies to the entire country of Ukraine, including Crimea.
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Early Parliamentary Elections in Armenia
The United States congratulates the people of Armenia on their June 20 Parliamentary elections.
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In Observance of Pride Month
The Helsinki Final Act recognizes the “inherent dignity of the human person.”
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On World Refugee Day
World Refugee Day presents an opportunity to recognize the courage and resilience of the millions of refugees who have been forced to flee their homes
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Statement on the International Day for the Elimination of Sexual Violence in Conflict
The United States has long been committed to the prevention of, and accountability for, conflict-related sexual violence (CRSV) as well as efforts to support and protect survivors.
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On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
If Russia truly wants peace in Ukraine, it must cease impeding the work of the SMM and afford its monitors the full Freedom of Movement needed to fulfil their mandate.
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Response to the Report by the Project Coordinator in Ukraine, Ambassador Henrik Villadsen
The United States appreciates Project Coordinator in Ukraine’s (PCU) continued focus on democratization and good governance in Ukraine.
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Response to the Report of the Head of the Program Office in Nur-Sultan, Dr. Volker Frobarth
The United States appreciates the Program Office in Nur-Sultan’s endeavors in combating violent extremism and radicalization that leads to terrorism.
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On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
Rather than pursue a serious effort to resolve the conflict it began, Russia doubled down on its same tired lines, denying its role as the aggressor and spinning fantasies about “foreign masters” and “coups d’état”.
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Response to the Report by the Head of the OSCE Centre in Ashgabat, Ambassador John MacGregor
The United States welcomes you, Ambassador MacGregor, to the Permanent Council for the first time in your new role.
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Response to the Report of the Chief Observer of the OSCE Observer Mission at Russian Checkpoints
The United States welcomes Head of Mission Varga to the Permanent Council. Ambassador, we commend you and your team for your continued efforts under particularly challenging conditions.
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Closing Statement at the 29th OSCE Economic and Environmental Forum Preparatory Meeting
Focusing on the specific policy challenges and solutions offers us the best way to crystallize what we collectively think the OSCE can do to address the Chair-in-Office’s priority.
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On Shrinking Space for Civil Society in Russia
We condemn last night’s decision by a Moscow court to designate as “extremist” three organizations affiliated with imprisoned opposition figure Aleksey Navalny.
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On Recent Developments in Belarus
The repression and severe abuses against pro-democracy activists, independent media, members of the opposition, and civil society based on politically-motivated charges continue to grow.
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Response to the Address by the Secretary General of the Council of Europe, Ms. Marija Pejčinović Burić
This year marks the United States’ 25th as a Council of Europe Observer, and we appreciate the opportunity to contribute to its efficacy.
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On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
Let’s be clear about why we discuss this conflict every Thursday. It is because Russia and the forces it arms, trains, leads, and fights alongside have fueled this terrible situation in eastern Ukraine for more than seven years.
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Response to the Reports by the Head of the OSCE Programme Office and the Director of the OSCE Academy in Bishkek
Head of Mission Rogov, welcome to the Permanent Council and thank you for your informative report.
Read More» Opening Statement at the 29th OSCE Economic and Environmental Forum Preparatory Meeting
Thank you, Madam Chair, and thanks to the Swedish Chairpersonship for focusing the work of the Second Dimension through the Economic and Environmental Forum on Women’s Economic Empowerment.
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National Statement in Support of the Minsk Group Co-Chairs
The United States considers any movements along the non-demarcated areas of the international border between Armenia and Azerbaijan to be provocative and unnecessary.
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On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
As the principal driver of the conflict in eastern Ukraine trying to falsely cast itself as a “mediator,” Russia has a lot to hide.
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Response to the Report by the High Commissioner on National Minorities, Ambassador Kairat Abdrakhmanov
High Commissioner Abdrakhmanov, welcome to the Permanent Council for the first time in your new role and thank you so very much for your thorough first report.
Read More» Interpretative Statement on the Decision to Shorten the Mandate for the Border Observation Mission in Ukraine
The United States has on numerous occasions expressed regret over Russia’s continued blockage of efforts to expand the geographic scope of the OSCE Observer Mission at the Russian Checkpoints Gukovo and Donetsk.
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Right of reply to the Russian Federation on the First Anniversary of George Floyd’s Death
The United States and free and open societies around the world are strengthened when people exercise their right to freedom of speech and peaceful protest
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On the First Anniversary of George Floyd’s Death
On May 25, the United States marked the first anniversary of the tragic death of George Floyd.
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On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
Significant numbers of Russian military forces remain in place along the Russia-Ukraine border, in Russia-occupied Crimea, and in eastern Ukraine along the Line of Contact within Ukraine.
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Response to the Report by the Head of the OSCE Mission to Moldova, Ambassador Claus Neukirch
The United States commends the Mission for maintaining an active presence in the Security Zone.
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Response to the Report by the Head of the OSCE Mission to Skopje, Ambassador Clemens Koja
The United States welcomes back Head of Mission Koja to the Permanent Council.
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On the Forced Landing of Ryanair Flight FR4978 and Unjust Detention of Raman Pratasevich
The United States strongly condemns the forced diversion to Minsk of a flight between two EU member states and NATO Allies which appears to have been based on false pretenses and the subsequent arrest in Minsk of journalist Raman Pratasevich and Sofiya Sapega
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Response to Address by the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Azerbaijan, H.E. Mr. Jeyhun Bayramov
As a Minsk Group Co-Chair, the United States is committed to helping the sides negotiate a long-term political settlement to the conflict.
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The Need for a Comprehensive and Long-term Political Settlement to the Nagorno Karabakh Conflict
In our national capacity, the United States recalls the April 13 Minsk Group Co-Chairs’ statement underscoring their readiness to assist the sides in resolving remaining areas of concern through high-level negotiations.
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Joint Statement On The Human Rights Situation In Belarus
In the face of massive, systematic and brutal violence following the 2020 presidential election in Belarus, 17 OSCE participating states invoked the OSCE Moscow Mechanism to look into serious violations of human rights and fundamental freedoms in Belarus.
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International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia
In the intervening period, the United States has endeavored to reaffirm the human rights and fundamental freedoms of all persons
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Response to the Presentation by the UN Women Deputy Executive Director, H.E. Ms. Åsa Regnér
We deeply value the Swedish Chair-in-Office’s efforts to mainstream gender equality into all our work across the OSCE’s three dimensions of security.
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Situation of Human Rights in the Temporarily Occupied Autonomous Republic of Crimea and the City of Sevastopol, Ukraine
Today, as we have done in previous years, we join the Crimean Tatar community in remembering all those lost.
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On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
Although Russia has removed certain forces and hardware from these areas, its military posture remains significantly heightened.
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Response to the Report by the OSCE Project Co-ordinator in Uzbekistan, Ambassador Pierre von Arx
The United States welcomes Project Coordinator Pierre von Arx to the Permanent Council for the first time in his new role.
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Statement on COVID
We commend the OSCE leadership and institutions for continuing their work under the difficult conditions imposed by the pandemic and express our condolences to the families and loved ones of OSCE staff who have been lost in the last year.
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On Europe Day
The United States wishes to extend our congratulations to our colleagues here at the Permanent Council on this past Sunday’s Europe Day.
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On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
The violence propagated by Russia-led forces in eastern Ukraine not only costs the lives of Ukrainian Servicemembers—but led to the loss of more than 13,000 Ukrainians since Russia initiated this conflict in 2014.
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On the Report of the OSCE Representative on Freedom of the Media
The United States welcomes Teresa Ribeiro for her first report to the Permanent Council as the Representative on Freedom of the Media.
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Statement on Albanian Parliamentary Elections
The United States congratulates the people of Albania for their active engagement in their parliamentary elections on April 25.
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Human Rights Concerns in Russia
The government of Russia continues to disregard its international obligations and OSCE commitments to respect and ensure the rights to freedom of expression, peaceful assembly, and association.
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On the Recent Escalation of Tensions at the Kyrgyz-Tajik Border
The United States welcomes the ceasefire agreed to between Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan
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On World Press Freedom Day
This past Monday, the United States joined the international community in celebrating World Press Freedom Day.
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On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
We continue to closely monitor Russia’s announced ‘drawdown’ of its military equipment and personnel from Ukraine’s eastern border.
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Response to the Presentation of the 2022 Programme Outline by the Secretary General, Helga Maria Schmid
The United States welcomes the release of the 2022 Program Outline and the 2020 Program Budget Performance Report
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Response to the Secretary General’s Thematic Report on “OSCE’s Efforts to Prevent Labor Exploitation in Supply Chains”
We commend the OSCE as a leader among International Organizations in addressing this complex problem. From implementing policy revisions, to conducting training and research, the OSCE has taken on this complex issue in a serious and strategic way.
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Recommendations Provided at the 81st Joint Special PC-FSC Regarding Activities of the Russian Federation
The non-transparent, large-scale, and unilateral mobilization of Russian forces in and around Ukraine this month is only the most recent illustration of Moscow’s brinkmanship.
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Right of Reply to the Russian Federation on World Press Freedom Day
The United States planned on speaking on World Press Freedom Day at the May 6th Permanent Council, but since my Russian colleague has raised this issue today and mentioned the United States, I would like to exercise my right of reply.
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On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
Ceasefire violations rose in eastern Ukraine as Russia unilaterally massed troops along its border with Ukraine and in Crimea.
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On the Report of the Head of the OSCE Programme Office in Dushanbe
We are pleased to see the OSCE prioritize its work with Tajikistan, which Chairperson-in-Office Linde’s visit to Dushanbe earlier this month reinforced.
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On the Referendum on the Constitution of the Kyrgyz Republic
The United States notes the results of the national referendum on a new draft Kyrgyz Constitution held on April 11, 2021.
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On Addressing Racism, Xenophobia, Intolerance, And Discrimination In The Post-Pandemic Recovery
The crisis has been a stark reminder that racism and systemic discrimination disrupt lives, undermine people’s health and wellbeing, and are major drivers of inequality.
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Concerns Relating to the Detention of Alexey Navalny
We remind Russia of its international obligations and OSCE commitments to respect the human rights and dignity of all, regardless of political affiliation or personal views.
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On Freedom of the Media in the Russian Federation
The United States shares the concerns of the European Union and other participating States who addressed the ongoing suppression of freedom of expression by Russian authorities.
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Right of Reply to the Russian Federation on Freedom of Expression in Latvia
We remain committed to working with allies and partners to counter disinformation, which is part of the Russian government’s toolkit aimed at destabilizing free societies and expanding its malign influence, including in Latvia.
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Statement Marking Earth Day
Today is Earth Day, and this year’s theme is “Restoring Our Earth.”
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On the Addresses by the CiO Special Representative and OSCE SMM Chief Monitor in Ukraine
Ambassadors Çevik and Grau, the United States welcomes you back to the Permanent Council. We are grateful for your tireless efforts to bring about a peaceful resolution to the Russia-led conflict in eastern Ukraine.
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Illegal Restriction on the Freedom of Navigation Imposed by the Russian Federation in the Black Sea
The United States shares Ukraine’s concerns over Russia’s most recent provocation in the Black Sea, this time impeding maritime traffic through the Kerch Strait in order to facilitate its continued military buildup.
Read More» U.S. National Statement in Support of Minsk Group Co-Chairs
As a Minsk Group Co-Chair, the United States puts its full weight behind the April 13 statement. We note the ceasefire agreed to by the sides on November 9, 2020 is being largely respected.
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Right of Reply on Abolition of the Death Penalty in the State of Virginia, U.S.A.
As my delegation has noted in the past, international law does not prohibit capital punishment, and each country, and in the case of the United States, each state in the union—as well as our federal government—may make its own choice on this matter.
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Recent Developments in Belarus
We are particularly concerned by the authorities’ provocative, politically-motivated arrest of members of the Belarusian Polish community.
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International Roma Day
The United States is pleased to join this celebration of International Roma Day.
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Right of Reply to the Russian Federation on Human Rights Issues in U.S.
As President Biden stated, the police shooting of Daunte Wright in a suburb of Minneapolis is tragic, and an investigation into the incident is underway.
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Right of Reply to the Russian Federation on Ukraine
If Russia has concerns about NATO or U.S. forces in Europe, it should use the appropriate provisions of the Vienna Document to request additional information or transparency.
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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 Chargé d’Affaires Courtney Austrian to the Permanent Council, Vienna April 15, 2021 Thank you, Madam Chair. For seven years, Russia has orchestrated a large-scale hybrid campaign against Ukraine, while denying its involvement and obstructing progress toward a peaceful resolution of the conflict. …
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Response to the Address by the Deputy Minister for Foreign Affairs of Georgia, H.E. Mr. Lasha Darsalia
The United States fully supports Georgia’s sovereignty, independence, and territorial integrity within its internationally recognized borders.
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Response to the Report of the Director of the Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights (ODIHR), Matteo Mecacci
Reading the ODIHR Annual Report, it is clear that even in the most challenging of times, ODIHR continues to ably assist the participating States in upholding human rights and democratic values.
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G7 Foreign Ministers’ Statement on the Situation Along Ukraine’s Borders
The text of the following statement was released by the G7 foreign ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom and the United States of America and the High Representative of the European Union.
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Right of Reply to Russia On Russia’s Military Activities near Ukraine’s border and in Russia-occupied Crimea
For months now, Russia has woven fantasies about Ukraine’s alleged military preparations to expel Russia-led forces from the Donbas region of eastern Ukraine.
Read More» On Russia’s military activities near Ukraine’s border and in Russia-occupied Crimea
On Russia’s military activities near Ukraine’s border and in Russia-occupied Crimea As delivered by Chargé d’Affaires Courtney Austrian to a special joint session of the Forum for Security Cooperation and the Permanent Council, Vienna April 14, 2021 Thank you, Mister Chair. The United States joins other participating States in expressing our continued and considerable concern over Russia’s military activities …
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Meeting Requested by Ukraine under Vienna Document Chapter III Regarding Unusual Russian Military Activity
United States Mission to the OSCE Meeting Requested by Ukraine under Vienna Document Chapter III Regarding Unusual Russian Military Activity April, 10, 2021 Thank you Madame Chair, The United States welcomes the decision by Ukraine to request this meeting regarding the Russian military activities near Ukraine’s border and in occupied Crimea. We take note …
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Interpretative Statement on the Extension of the Mandate of the OSCE Special Monitoring Mission to Ukraine
The United States welcomes the extension of the mandate of the OSCE Special Monitoring Mission to Ukraine (SMM).
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On Turkey’s Withdrawal from the Istanbul Convention
“Turkey’s sudden and unwarranted withdrawal from the Council of Europe Convention on Preventing and Combating Violence Against Women and Domestic Violence, better known as the Istanbul Convention, is deeply disappointing.
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22nd Anniversary of NATO Response to the Humanitarian Crisis in Kosovo
Twenty-two years ago, NATO launched Operation Allied Force to end a decade of bloodshed in the Balkans.
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On Recent Developments in Belarus
I look forward to the day when we will no longer need to raise pressing human rights challenges in Belarus in this chamber, but today is not that day.
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On Freedom of Assembly in Russia
We are concerned by the Russian government’s continued contempt for the rights to peaceful assembly and freedom of association.
Read More» Right of Reply to Russia on “Mass and Systemic Violations of Human Rights in the United States”
My esteemed colleagues raised quite a litany of issues pertaining to the United States, all of which were clearly learned about from U.S. media sources, so it is at least hard to imagine that there are legitimate complaints about media freedom in the United States.
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On Constitutional Reform in Kyrgyzstan
The United States welcomed the Kyrgyz Republic’s outreach to the Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights (ODIHR) for an opinion on the Kyrgyz Republic’s constitutional reform.
Read More» On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
This month marks the beginning of the eighth year of Russian hostilities toward its sovereign neighbor.
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Response to the Report of the Head of the OSCE Mission to Bosnia and Herzegovina, Ambassador Kavalec
We recognize the critical role the OSCE Mission to Bosnia and Herzegovina plays in achieving progress towards regional peace and stability, and fully support your excellent work.
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Right of Reply to Russia on the Selection of Third Dimension Topics
We support the Chairpersonship’s reliance on the Human Dimension Committee for this purpose as it is an efficient and transparent way of ensuring all 57 participating States are consulted at the same time about proposed topics.
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Call for New Dialogue to Lead to New Presidential Election in Belarus
The United States is proud to support today’s renewed calls for genuine dialogue between Belarusian authorities and the political opposition.
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Right of Reply Russia’s Intensifying Campaign Against Independent Media
In this Council, the Russian delegation has repeatedly tried to create a false equivalence between the draconian measures taken against RFE/RL in Russia and the legal framework within which RT and Sputnik operate in the United States.
Read More» Russia’s Intensifying Campaign Against Independent Media
Russia’s campaign against independent media has intensified dramatically in recent months.
Read More» Right of Reply to Russia – “Seventh Anniversary of the Reunification of Crimea with Russia”
While Moscow has chosen March 16 as the date to “celebrate” its coerced and illegitimate “referendum” in Crimea, the rest of the participating States—and the international community—vividly recall Russia seized the peninsula by force in late February 2014.
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On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
Regrettably, we are again seeing Russia-led forces use heavy weapons and reports of shelling around water and sanitation infrastructure in Donetsk.
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Response to the Report of the Head of the OSCE Mission to Serbia, Ambassador Jan Braathu
Ambassador Braathu, the United States warmly welcomes you back to the Permanent Council, and for the first time in your new role.
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Welcome Remarks to the Group of Friends of Youth and Security as Group Co-Chair
The United States welcomes this opportunity to co-chair the Group of Friends of Youth and Security.
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Role of Women in Belarus’s Fight for Democracy
Today, I would like to honor a new generation of women in white clothes, this time from Belarus, who just like the Suffragettes did, are standing up for civil and political rights, and by so doing, shaping the future of their country.
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Right of Reply to Russia on Improving Scientific and Technical Cooperation
We recognize the unprecedented global challenge posed by the pandemic for participating States and fully support efforts to coordinate a multilateral response.
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On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
As Russia’s aggression in eastern Ukraine bleeds into its eighth year, the Special Monitoring Mission, in line with its mandate, integrated a gender perspective into its monitoring and reporting work.
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Statement in Honor of International Women’s Day
As we observe International Women’s Day, our world is evolving dramatically, before our very eyes.
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Response to the Report by the Coordinator of the OSCE Economic and Environmental Activities
We support the work of the OSCE in the Second Dimension and believe there is untapped potential to contribute to security, stability, and prosperity in the OSCE area.
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Remarks to the OSCE Economic and Environmental Committee by Stephanie Epner, Senior Advisor to the U.S. Special Envoy for Climate Change
Just six weeks or so into his administration, President Biden has demonstrated that climate change will be a core national security and foreign policy priority for his Administration.
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Deteriorating Human Rights Situation in Russia
In recent months, the Kremlin intensified its efforts to suppress independent voices and viewpoints, including those of members of civil society organizations, human rights defenders, independent journalists, political opposition members, and believers belonging to religious minority communities.
Read More» Seven Years of Illegal Occupation of the Autonomous Republic of Crimea
Seven years ago, after protests in Kyiv brought an end to the corrupt Yanukovych regime, Moscow inflicted revenge upon Ukraine for its decision to chart a path toward the European Union and the trans-Atlantic community.
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On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
As we prepare to celebrate March 8—International Women’s Day, let us not forget the women of eastern Ukraine. Women who suffer disproportionately from many of the hardships wrought by Russia’s aggression.
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Joint statement in response to the report by the Head of the OSCE Mission in Kosovo
We appreciate the outstanding work carried out by the OSCE Mission in Kosovo to support the authorities of the country in strengthening their institutions.
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Response to the Report of the Acting Head of the OSCE Mission in Kosovo
The United States strongly supports the work of the OSCE Mission in Kosovo and appreciates our close collaboration with your Mission to ensure Kosovo’s development as a peaceful, stable, democratic and inclusive multi-ethnic country.
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Response to the Report of the Acting Head of the OSCE Mission to Montenegro
For the first time in 30 years, Montenegro oversaw the transition of power to a different political party, even as it dealt with the pandemic. This a landmark in Montenegro’s democratic development.
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Remarks by Ambassador Philip T. Reeker, Acting Assistant Secretary of State at the OSCE PA Winter Meeting
The Parliamentary Assembly of OSCE plays an irreplaceable role in fostering inter-parliamentary dialogue, supporting implementation of OSCE commitments, and building a more secure, prosperous, and democratic OSCE region.
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Continuing Human Rights Concerns in Belarus
The United States expresses its deep concern regarding the February 16 raids on the homes and offices of Belarusian journalists, human rights defenders, civil society leaders, and independent workers’ organizations in Minsk and elsewhere across the country.
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On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
For seven grim years, Russia has fueled a bloody conflict that has taken the lives of more 13,000 Ukrainian citizens.
Read More» Response to the Report of the Chief Observer of the OSCE Observer Mission at Russian Checkpoints
Ambassador Varga you continue to perform your already challenging duties under exceptionally difficult conditions; we were especially relieved to read the Mission was coronavirus-free.
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U.S. National Statement to the Human Dimension Committee Meeting
I’d like thank Ambassador Karlsen and RFoM Ribeiro for convening this important discussion on the challenges to media freedom today.
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Closing Statement at the 29th OSCE Economic and Environmental Forum Preparatory Meeting
I would like to begin by thanking Ambassador Funered, Secretary General Schmid, the Swedish Chairpersonship, and the OCEEA for raising the issue of women’s economic empowerment to the top of the Second Committee’s priorities.
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Opening Statement at the 29th OSCE Economic and Environmental Forum Preparatory Meeting in Vienna (virtual)
I would like to begin by thanking the Chairperson of the Permanent Council, Ambassador Funered, and OSCE Secretary General Schmid, who both spoke here earlier this morning, as well as our keynote speakers for their remarks.
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Right of Reply to Belarus on the “All-Belarusian People’s Assembly”
The “All-Belarusian People’s Assembly” is neither genuine nor inclusive of Belarusian views.
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Right of Reply to the Russian Federation on ODIHR Final Report on U.S. Elections
The 2020 election saw more Americans from every community in our country participate in the electoral process and exercise their right to vote.
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ODIHR Final Elections Report on the United States of America
I would like to thank ODIHR for arranging a Limited Election Observation Mission in the United States despite the complications posed by the pandemic.
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Extension of Illegal Detention of Zaza Gakheladze
The United States condemns the sentencing of Georgian citizen Zaza Gakheladze to 12 years and six months in prison, after Russian-led security actors shot and detained him nearly seven months ago along the South Ossetia Administrative Boundary Line.
Read More» Right of Reply to the Russian Federation on Media Freedom
U.S. remains committed to working with our Allies and partners to counter the spread of disinformation.
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On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
We track closely reports of ceasefire violations in eastern Ukraine.
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Response to the Presentations by the Chairs of the Three Committees
The United States welcomes the distinguished First, Second, and Third OSCE Dimension Committee Chairs to the Permanent Council.
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OSCE High Level Military Doctrine Seminar Additional Remarks by General Christopher Cavoli
GEN Wolters in his remarks, talked about deterrence, and as his U.S. Army Component Commander here in EUCOM, I thought I’d take a few minutes to tell you what that means for us.
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OSCE High Level Military Doctrine Seminar Opening Remarks by General Tod D. Wolters
As the battle against COVID continues, we remain vigilant to ensure this health crisis does not transform into a security issue.
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Continued Suppression of Protests in the Russian Federation and the Sentencing of Alexei Navalny
This past weekend, Russians in approximately 100 cities again took to the streets to express frustration with authorities and signal support for jailed opposition figure Aleksey Navalny.
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Recent Developments in Belarus
We continue to be amazed by the strength, resilience, and courage of the Belarusian people demanding their voices be heard.
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Right of Reply to the Russian Federation on Freedom of Assembly in the OSCE Area
As my esteemed Russian colleague has raised the United States, I’d like to exercise my right of reply. Let me start by saying that the United States is not perfect, nor does it claim to be.
Read More» On the Addresses by the CiO Special Representative and OSCE SMM Chief Monitor in Ukraine
The United States joins the other members of this Council in expressing our gratitude for your efforts on the ground across Ukraine and within the Trilateral Contact Group discussions. You have our strongest support.
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Remarks of Deputy Assistant Secretary of State Kara McDonald at the Expert Meeting on Combating Anti-Semitism in the OSCE Region
February 1, 2021 Thank you, Madame Moderator: I am Kara McDonald, Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for Democracy, Human Rights and Labor. I am grateful to the Swedish Chair, Foreign Minister Linde, for affording me this early chance to underscore the Biden Administration’s deep commitment to combatting anti-Semitism, at home and abroad. President Biden looks …
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On the ECHR Judgment in the Case Concerning the Armed Conflict Between Georgia and the Russian Federation
The Grand Chamber of the European Court for Human Rights found Russia violated multiple articles of the European Convention of Human Rights and its protocols.
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Right of Reply to the Russian Federation on Freedom of Assembly in the OSCE Region
I appreciate my Russian colleague’s concern about events in the United States.
Read More» Violations of the Right to Peaceful Assembly in the Russian Federation
The United States recognizes the right of all persons to peaceful assembly and strongly condemns the use of harsh tactics against protesters and journalists this past weekend in cities throughout Russia.
Read More» On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
Last week, we spoke about Russia’s obstinacy in fueling the fighting in eastern Ukraine and obstructing progress toward a lasting and peaceful resolution of the conflict.
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On the Occasion of the Commemoration of the International Holocaust Remembrance Day
The United States joined the world community in commemorating International Holocaust Remembrance Day on January 27.
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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.
Read More» 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.
Read More» 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.
Read More» 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 …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» 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 …
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 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 …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» 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.
Read More» 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 …
Read More» The 27th OSCE Ministerial Council
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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 …
Read More» 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. …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» 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 …
Read More» 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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