Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe Press Releases - EIN Presswire

Published on November 3, 2025 - 12:30 GMT

Moldovan practitioners strengthen capacity on regulating and supervising virtual assets during OSCE study visit to Finland

On 30 and 31 October, the OSCE facilitated a study visit to Finland on virtual assets for representatives from Moldova’s Financial Intelligence Unit, National Bank, National Commission for Financial Market, Criminal Assets Recovery Agency, National …

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Published on November 2, 2025 - 15:29 GMT

OSCE facilitates stronger co-operation between French and Moldovan law enforcement on canine capabilities

From 27 to 31 October, representatives of the French Gendarmerie visited the Republic of Moldova to exchange good practices and explore avenues for future co-operation with Moldovan law enforcement agencies on strengthening canine (K9) capabilities. During …

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Published on November 2, 2025 - 10:32 GMT

OSCE Documentary Highlights Importance of Prosecuting Crimes against Journalists in Kosovo

PRISHTINË/PRIŠTINA, 2 November 2025 – On the International Day to End Impunity for Crimes against Journalists, the OSCE Mission in Kosovo launched the documentary “Beyond the Headlines”, which highlights the growing threats against media professionals and …

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Published on November 2, 2025 - 05:44 GMT

Aarhus Centres strengthen environmental democracy at annual meeting in Vienna

Aarhus Centres, long recognized as key platforms for advancing environmental democracy, transparency, and citizen participation, convened for their Annual Meeting on 30 and 31 October at Vienna’s Hofburg Palace and online. Organized by the Office of the Co …

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Published on November 2, 2025 - 05:44 GMT

OSCE Documentary Highlights Importance of Prosecuting Crimes against Journalists in Kosovo

PRISHTINË/PRIŠTINA, 2 November 2025 – To mark the International Day to End Impunity for Crimes against Journalists, the OSCE Mission in Kosovo produced the documentary “Beyond Headlines [insert hyperlink],” which highlights the growing threats against …

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Published on November 2, 2025 - 05:44 GMT

International observers to the second round of North Macedonia’s local elections to hold press conference on Monday

SKOPJE, 31 October 2025 – International election observers from the OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights (ODIHR) will hold a press conference to present their findings following the second round of the local elections in North Macedonia …

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Published on November 1, 2025 - 23:22 GMT

Victims First: Simulation Training Strengthens International Anti-Trafficking Cooperation

Fifty anti-trafficking practitioners are now equipped with new tools to identify, investigate, and disrupt human trafficking networks, while ensuring strong protections and assistance to victims. This expertise was gained through an intensive international …

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Published on November 1, 2025 - 23:22 GMT

25 Years of Women, Peace and Security: Advancing Women’s Inclusion and Equal Opportunities in North Macedonia

This year marks the 25th anniversary of UN Security Council Resolution 1325 on Women, Peace and Security - a landmark document recognizing women’s vital role in building peace, stability, and democracy. For over two decades, the OSCE Mission to Skopje has …

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Published on November 1, 2025 - 23:22 GMT

OSCE and Tajikistan’s Academy of Public Administration organize training of trainers on preventing violent extremism and terrorism

The OSCE Programme Office in Dushanbe in co-operation with the Academy of Public Administration under the President of the Republic of Tajikistan, concluded a four-day Training of Trainers (ToT) course on “Preventing Violent Extremism and Terrorism” in …

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Published on November 1, 2025 - 23:22 GMT

OSCE Mission commends Novi Travnik and Kakanj for Advancing Social Cohesion

The OSCE Mission to Bosnia and Herzegovina (Mission) commends both the City of Novi Travnik and the Municipality of Kakanj on the adoption of the 2025-2028 Community Cohesion Plan as well as those civil society actors and municipal representatives whose …

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Published on November 1, 2025 - 23:22 GMT

Building the Next Chapter: Uzbekistan Concludes National Consultations on the draft 2026–2030 National Action Plan for Women, ...

On 24 October 2025, concluding national discussions on the draft National Action Plan for 2026–2030 on the Implementation of United Nations Security Council Resolution 1325 on Women, Peace and Security were jointly organized by the OSCE Project Co- …

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Published on November 1, 2025 - 23:21 GMT

OSCE Presence helps Albania strengthen fight against money laundering and corruption

Prosecutors, investigators and law enforcement officials from across Albania came together in Lalëz on 29–30 October 2025 for a two-day training on anti-money laundering and anti-corruption measures. Organized by the OSCE Presence, the course aimed to …

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Published on October 31, 2025 - 01:44 GMT

OSCE workshop in Tashkent strengthens capacities to combat money laundering involving virtual assets

The OSCE conducted an introductory two-day workshop on combating money laundering involving virtual assets and blockchain-based finance on 29 and 30 October 2025 in Tashkent, Uzbekistan. The event brought together around 35 representatives from the General …

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Published on October 30, 2025 - 14:39 GMT

Showcasing Operational Excellence: K9 Units from Across BiH Present Skills in Sarajevo

30 October 2025, SARAJEVO – Recognizing the critical role of K9 units in detecting and preventing crime, law enforcement teams from across Bosnia and Herzegovina (BiH) showcased their expertise in a skills presentation organized by the OSCE Mission to BiH …

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Published on October 29, 2025 - 20:07 GMT

OSCE participating States review commitments on disaster risk reduction at 2025 Economic and Environmental Dimension ...

VIENNA, 29 October 2025 – The 2025 Economic and Environmental Dimension Implementation Meeting (EEDIM) concluded today in Vienna, providing a platform to review progress in the implementation of OSCE commitments in the field of disaster risk reduction. …

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Published on October 29, 2025 - 20:05 GMT

OSCE Presence in Albania organizes 11th annual Media Development Forum

On 29 October, the OSCE Presence in Albania organized the 11th annual Media Development Forum, which brought together important decision-makers and experts to address two important priorities for Albania’s media landscape: transparency of media ownership …

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Published on October 29, 2025 - 20:05 GMT

OSCE Head of Mission Visits Travnik and Zenica

Travnik/Zenica, 29 October 2025 – The Head of the OSCE Mission to Bosnia and Herzegovina (Mission), Ambassador Rick Holtzapple, visited Central Bosnia Canton (CBC) and Zenica-Doboj Canton (ZDC) to strengthen co-operation with relevant stakeholders. In …

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Published on October 29, 2025 - 10:53 GMT

Uzbek digital forensic experts learn from Moldova’s experience in building accredited IT laboratories

From 21 to 24 October, the OSCE Project Co-ordinator in Uzbekistan, with the support of the OSCE Transnational Threats Department, organized a study visit for five digital forensic specialists from Uzbekistan to Moldova. The purpose of the visit was to …

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Published on October 29, 2025 - 10:53 GMT

Central Asian youth develop policy recommendations on preventing youth crime at OSCE forum

From 13 to 17 October, the OSCE Secretariat organized the second Central Asian Youth Dialogue Forum on Youth Crime Prevention in Issyk-Kul, Kyrgyzstan. The event brought together around 20 young leaders from Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan …

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Published on October 29, 2025 - 10:53 GMT

OSCE participates in the 2025 FAO World Food Forum to promote women’s and youth engagement in sustainable water management

The Office of the Co-ordinator of OSCE Economic and Environmental Activities (OCEEA) participated in the 2025 World Food Forum (WFF), held from 10 to 17 October at the headquarters of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) in …

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