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OAS Leader Presents Report on the Drug Problem in the Americas at ECLAC

In his speech he highlighted the "troubling" data on consumption and the amount of money generated by drug trafficking.

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OAS Leader Welcomes Signing of Agreement on Democratic Governability in Paraguay

The document was signed by the main political parties in the country.

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OAS Secretary General Welcomes Passing of Immigration Reform in the U.S. Senate

“It’s a fundamental step towards the possibility of a more dignified life for millions of immigrants already established in this country”.

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Paraguay assumes Chair of the Permanent Council

Ambassador Sannemann said that during his tenure he will seek to promote the debate on the strategic vision of the OAS and the financing of policies in the region, among other issues.

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Chile Assumes the Chair of the IADB

Secretary General Insulza said the relationship between the OAS and the Board has been strengthened by "coordinating policy making and the joint participation in the Defense System".

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.

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Cooperation between Spain and the OAS

In 1972, Spain became the first observer state of the OAS. Since 2006, the European country and the hemispheric organization maintain an array of cooperation agreements in the key strategic areas of work of the regional institution.

OAS Country Offices in the Member States

OAS Country Offices in the Member States

The Coordinating Office of the Offices in the Member States invites you to visit their site.

You will be able to receive updates, find out who they are and learn out about projects, programs, internships, and scholarships in each office.

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OAS at Work

Judicial Facilitators

The OAS, through its Judicial Facilitators Program, improves access to justice for people and communities in isolated rural areas, establishing a service with national coverage that is administered by the Judiciary.

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