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OAS Secretary General Delivers Report on Honduras
In compliance with the mandate received from the General Assembly, the Secretary General today presented to the Chair of the Permanent Council, Ambassador María Isabel Salvador, the report on the situation in Honduras.
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Insulza Applauds Blocking of Disputed Parts of Arizona Law
The OAS Secretary General welcomed the decision by a federal judge of the United States District Court to block the most controversial aspects of the Arizona immigration law.
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New Permanent Representative of Ecuador Praises OAS’ work
“The OAS continues to be the region’s juridical space where differences between the States are resolved, especially through dialogue and understanding,” said Ambassador María Isabel Salvador.
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OAS Calls for Dialogue and Cooperation between Colombia and Venezuela
During the Special Session of the Permanent Council, the Secretary General made a call to “calm the spirits” and to find a path for dialogue.
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OAS Assistant Secretary General Assumes Office for Second Term
“The OAS must remain a unique vehicle for resolving differences and building consensus” affirmed Ramdin in his inaugural speech.
The Organization of American States is the premier regional forum for political discussion, policy analysis and decision-making in Western Hemisphere affairs. The OAS brings together leaders from nations across the Americas to address hemispheric issues and opportunities. Together, they seek to build cooperation among states and advance a common regional agenda on democratic governance, human rights, multidimensional security, and sustainable development.
In Depth
A more open path to prosperity in the Americas
In a recent opinion column, OAS Secretary General José Miguel Insulza underscored the benefits of adopting free trade agreements in the region ... Read more »
OAS and CARICOM to Observe Haiti Election
Joint Mission to be deployed for the November 28 legislative and presidential elections.
OAS to Send a High-Level Commission to Honduras
The Organization of American States agreed at the 40th General Assembly to form a commission to evaluate the return of Honduras to the Organization following the June 2009 coup and election of President Porfirio Lobo. Secretary General José Miguel Insulza has stated that the High-Level Commission will include two members from South America, two from Central America, and one each from the U.S., Canada and the Caribbean.
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Special Meeting of the Permanent Council convened at the request of the Permanent Mission of Colombia
“to consider the issue of the presence of narco-terrorists in Venezuelan territory, a situation that affects the national security of Colombia.”
Held on Thursday, July 22, 2010 at 10:30 a.m. (ET)
Liberator Simón Bolívar Room
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The Summits of the Americas bring together the Heads of State and Government of the Western Hemisphere to discuss common concerns, seek solutions and develop a shared vision for their future development of the region, be it economic, social or political in nature.
Third Inter-American Meeting of Experts and Representatives of Electoral Management Bodies
Thursday, July 29, and Friday, July 30, 2010
Caracas, Venezuela
Promoting Democracy
Defending Human Rights
Ensuring a Multidimensional Approach to Security
Fostering Integral Development and Prosperity
Supporting Inter-American Legal Cooperation
