Response to the Report by the Head of the OSCE Mission to Moldova
Russia has for years blatantly disregarded the sovereignty, territorial integrity, and political independence of its neighbors, including Moldova. Read More»
Interpretative Statement on the Extension of the OSCE Mission to Moldova
The Russian delegation’s refusal to provide consensus on the Mission’s standard one-year mandate is contrary to Russia’s commitments to the participating States of the OSCE. Read More»
Statement On the Third Ministerial Meeting of the Moldova Support Platform in Paris on November 21
The United States will continue our unwavering support for Moldova’s efforts to consolidate its democratic reforms, and to strengthen its resilience as it grapples with the impacts of Russia’s brutal war against its neighbor. Read More»
Response to the Head of the OSCE Mission to Moldova, Ambassador Keiderling
Russia’s violation of Moldova’s airspace as part of its missile attacks against Ukraine infringes upon Moldova’s sovereignty and puts Moldova’s own citizens at risk. Read More»
Response to the Report by the Head of OSCE Mission to Moldova, Ambassador Claus Neukirch
For more than two decades, Russia has continued to station its troops in Moldova without Moldova’s consent. Read More»
Response to the Report by the Head of the OSCE Mission to Moldova, Ambassador Claus Neukirch
The United States continues to support a sovereign, democratic Moldova, firmly anchored in Europe, secure within its internationally-recognized borders Read More»
Secretary of State Antony Blinken at the OSCE Ministerial Council
The OSCE’s comprehensive approach to security and the fundamental wisdom and integrity of the Helsinki Principles are as relevant now as they were when enshrined more than 40 years ago. Read More»
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. Read More»
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. Read More»
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. Read More»
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»
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 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»
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»
Worsening Human Rights Situation in the Transnistrian Region of the Republic of Moldova
Statement to the Permanent Council Read More»
On Illegal Checkpoints in the Transnistrian Region of Moldova During the COVID-19 Pandemic Outbreak
Statement by Ambassador James S. Gilmore III to the Permanent Council Read More»
Annual Security Review Conference 2020: Opening Session
Opening statement delivered at the Annual Security Review Conference on June 23, 2020. Read More»
Right of Reply to Russia following Report of OSCE Mission to Moldova
Right of Reply to the Russian Federation following the Report by the OSCE Mission to Moldova. Read More»
On the Report by the Head of the OSCE Mission to Moldova
Statement delivered at the Permanent Council in response to the Report by the Head of the OSCE Mission to Moldova. Read More»
Press Release: Ambassador Gilmore Praises Albania’s Appointment of Austrian Diplomat Mayr-Harting
USOSCE Ambassador Gilmore met with Ambassador Thomas Mayr-Harting, who was appointed by the OSCE Albanian Chairmanship as the Special Representative for the settlement process for the Transnistrian conflict in Moldova. Read More»
Closing Remarks at the OSCE Ministerial Council Final Plenary Session
The U.S. closing statement delivered by Ambassador James S. Gilmore III at the 2019 OSCE Ministerial Council. Read More»
Opening Remarks delivered at the OSCE Ministerial Council Press Conference
USOSCE Ambassador Gilmore's Opening Remarks at the 2019 OSCE Ministerial Council Press Conference. Read More»
On the Report by the OSCE High Commissioner on National Minorities
Statement delivered at the Permanent Council in response to the OSCE High Commissioner on National Minorities. Read More»
On the Report by the Head of Mission to Moldova
Statement delivered at the Permanent Council on the Report by the Head of Mission to Moldova Read More»
On the Report of the Director of the Conflict Prevention Center
Statement delivered at the Permanent Council on the Report of the Conflict Prevention Center Director Read More»
HDIM 2019: Opening Statement
The U.S. statement delivered at the opening of the 2019 Human Dimension Implementation Meeting Read More»
Response to the Head of the OSCE Mission to Moldova
Statement to the Permanent Council in Response to the Head of the OSCE Mission to Moldova Read More»
On Report by the OSCE High Commissioner on National Minorities
Statement delivered at the Permanent Council on Report by the OSCE High Commissioner on National Minorities Read More»
On Moldova’s Parliamentary Elections
Statement delivered at the Permanent Council on Moldova’s recent elections. Read More»
Response to Protesting the Opening of Transnistria Office in Moscow
Statement delivered at the Permanent Council on the Opening of a Transnistria Office in Moscow Read More»
27th OSCE Economic and Environmental Forum Preparatory Meeting Opening Session
Opening statement delivered at the 27th Environmental and Economic Preparatory Meeting Read More»
Remarks to the First Plenary of the 2018 OSCE Ministerial Council
Assistant Secretary of State A. Wess Mitchell's remarks to the First Plenary Session of the 2018 OSCE Ministerial Council meeting. Read More»
HDIM: Opening Statement
U.S. Opening Statement at the 2018 Human Dimension Implementation Meeting, Warsaw, September 10, 2018. Read More»
Response to Special Representative for Slovak OSCE Chairmanship
Response at the Permanent Council to Lukáš Parízek, Special Representative of Slovakia’s Minister of Foreign and European Affairs for Slovakia's 2019 OSCE Chairmanship. Read More»
Response to the Head of the OSCE Mission to Moldova
Response at the Permanent Council to the Report by the Head of the OSCE Mission to Moldova, Ambassador Mike Scanlan. Read More»
On the 5+2 Transnistrian Settlement Process
Statement on the 5+2 Transnistrian Settlement Process As delivered by Political Counselor Gregory Macris to the Permanent Council, Vienna June 14, 2018 The United States joins others today in welcoming substantive progress in the Transnistrian Settlement Process, endorsed at the recent round of 5+2 talks held in Rome May 29-30. As an observer to the ... Read More»
Response to the Report by the HCNM
Response to OSCE High Commissioner on National Minorities, Lamberto Zannier's report to the Permanent Council. Read More»
On the Transnistrian Settlement Process
Statement at the OSCE Permanent Council on the Transnistrian Settlement Process. Read More»
On the Transnistrian Settlement Process
Statement at the Permanent Council on the Transnistrian Settlement Process. Read More»
Remarks at the Close of the 2017 OSCE Ministerial Council
As this 24th OSCE Ministerial comes to a close, let us reflect for a moment on the vision rooted in the Helsinki Final Act and on what that should mean for all of us here today. Read More»
Secretary Tillerson’s Remarks at the OSCE Ministerial Plenary Session
Whether it is ending the crisis in Ukraine, fighting terrorism, promoting human rights, or resolving longstanding conflicts, the OSCE is an important platform for addressing these challenges. Read More»
On the 5+2 Talks on the Transnistrian Settlement Process
The United States joins others in congratulating the sides for making substantive progress at the 5+2 talks, held in Vienna earlier this week. Read More»
Response to the Head of the OSCE Mission to Moldova
We welcome the recent agreement to reopen the Gura Bicului-Bychok bridge across the Nistru river. This will improve the lives of ordinary people, and symbolically help stitch the country together. Read More»
What is the OSCE Mission to Moldova?
The OSCE Mission to Moldova plays a crucial role in the ongoing settlement process on the Transnistria conflict, and advises Moldova’s authorities on human rights and democratization issues. Read More»
Response to Altai Efendiev, Secretary General of the Organization for Democracy and Economic Development
We share the concerns of Organization for Democracy and Economic Development member states about the active and protracted conflicts in this region, and are deeply concerned by continuing violations of member states’ sovereignty and territorial integrity. Read More»
Response to the Head of the OSCE Mission to Moldova
The United States warmly welcomes you, Ambassador Scanlan, to the Permanent Council. We thank you for another detailed report on the work of the OSCE Mission to Moldova, and we applaud your efforts to advance the 5+2 Settlement Process on the Transnistrian Conflict. Read More»
Secretary of State John Kerry at the Opening Session of the OSCE Ministerial | Statement to the 2016 Ministerial Council
Friends and colleagues, we meet in Hamburg today to reaffirm the same idea that tied us together in Helsinki 41 years ago: that our collective security is directly linked to the growth of our economies and the protection of basic human rights. Read More»
Response to the Head of the OSCE Mission to Moldova
The United States warmly welcomes you, Ambassador Scanlan, to the Permanent Council. We thank you for another comprehensive report on the work of the OSCE Mission to Moldova, and on the resumption of talks in the framework of the 5+2 Settlement Process on the Transnistrian Conflict. Your straightforward assessment of the situation and insightful perspectives ... Read More»
Response to OSCE Parliamentary Assembly President Muttonen | Statement to the PC
The U.S. highly values the work of the Parliamentary Assembly, and the contribution that parliamentarians make to our common goals and objectives for the OSCE region. Read More»
Response to the Report by the Director of the OSCE Conflict Prevention Center | Statement to the PC
The United States welcomes Ambassador Peško back to the Permanent Council, and thanks him for his report. At the outset, let me commend the dedicated and talented staff members of the Conflict Prevention Center (CPC) and their work to support the OSCE’s response to our shared security challenges – in particular, Russian aggression against Ukraine. ... Read More»
Closing Remarks | Statement at the Closing Plenary of HDIM 2016
As the 2016 HDIM draws to a close, my delegation wishes to share some observations that will shape our approach to the OSCE Ministerial in Hamburg. First: Helsinki Final Act Principles linking respect for human rights within states to lasting security among states could not be more relevant. These foundational principles are under siege and ... Read More»
Tolerance and Non-Discrimination | Statement at Working Session 10 of HDIM 2016
Respect for the rights of persons belonging to national minorities is a cornerstone of the Helsinki Final Act. We underscore the importance of maintaining the independence of the High Commissioner on National Minorities and ODIHR. Read More»
Democratic Institutions | Statement at Working Session 1 of HDIM 2016
Elections are an essential element of democracy and a cornerstone of democratic institutions. The U.S. greatly appreciates the OSCE’s invaluable role in election observation – indeed, this organization has developed what is known as the “gold standard” for its methodology on evaluating elections. Read More»
Conflict Situations in the OSCE Area | Statement at the 2016 ASRC
The conflicts in the South Caucasus and Moldova continue to stunt human potential and damage lives. The fact that they persist is a stain on our record as a community of nations. Read More»
On the 5+2 Talks on the Transnistrian Settlement Process: Statement to the PC
The United States would like to join the European Union in applauding the resumption of the 5+2 talks on the Transnistrian Settlement Process last week in Berlin. We express our appreciation to the German Chairmanship-in-Office and our support and encouragement to the sides for taking this step. The United States continues to support a comprehensive ... Read More»
Response to the Report by OSCE High Commissioner on National Minorities Astrid Thors: Statement to the PC
High Commissioner Thors, the United States welcomes you back to the Permanent Council after an especially busy and productive period. Your report today and the country visits you have made in the past six months demonstrate a commitment to carry out your work wherever needed. The United States very much values your engagement throughout the ... Read More»
Response to Ambassador Scanlan, Head of the OSCE Mission to Moldova: Statement to the PC
The U.S. strongly supports the OSCE Mission to Moldova, which performs a crucial role in efforts to broker a comprehensive settlement to the Transnistria conflict. Read More»
Comprehensive Security and the Rules-Based International Order: Statement to the Joint FSC-PC
European security means a Europe – and a Eurasia – that is whole, free, and at peace. The United States remains committed to this goal, and to the OSCE as an essential means to achieving it. Read More»
Response to the Head of the OSCE Mission to Moldova: Statement to the PC
The United States warmly welcomes Ambassador Scanlan back to the Permanent Council, and we thank him for another comprehensive report. Ambassador Scanlan, thank you for sharing not only the substance of the work that you and your team do, but also your perspectives on the way forward. I think this kind of counsel is particularly ... Read More»
ASRC 2015, Working Session 1: Early warning, conflict prevention, crisis management
Early warning, conflict prevention, crisis management, conflict resolution and post-conflict rehabilitation: lessons learned and the way ahead Let me begin by expressing my government’s concern over the failure again this year to include on today’s agenda specific reference to the existing protracted conflicts affecting Moldova, Georgia, Armenia, and Azerbaijan. These real conflicts in this region ... Read More»
Response to the Head of the OSCE Mission to Moldova: Statement to the PC
The United States warmly welcomes Ambassador Scanlan to the Permanent Council, and we thank you for your comprehensive and, even more importantly, frank report. The United States strongly supports the OSCE Mission to Moldova. The Mission performs a crucial role in efforts to broker a comprehensive settlement to the Transnistria dispute by facilitating direct dialogue ... Read More»
The U.S. is a strong supporter of GUAM’s valuable work: Statement to the PC
The United States welcomes you to the Permanent Council, Secretary General Valeri Chechelashvili, and we thank you for your presentation today. The United States is a strong supporter of the Organization for Democracy and Economic Development – GUAM — and the valuable work of the Organization in promoting deeper economic links among its member states ... Read More»
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