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Secretary General Receives Deputy Minister of Security Coordination of Ecuador
The two discussed challenges in the area in the hemisphere and the benefits of regional cooperation, among other issues.
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OAS Closes Second Stage of the Process of Strengthening of the IAHRS
“The proposals presented must still be discussed" said the Chair of the Permanent Council, Joel Hernádez.
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Process of Prioritization of OAS Mandates Extended until March
The objective is to adapt the tasks of the organization to its core objectives and its resources.
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Permanent Council Sends Condolences to U.S. for Killings in Connecticut
"We sadly regret that such atrocities keep happening against the lives and safety of citizens in our countries."
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Permanent Council Receives Report on Municipal Elections in Nicaragua
Lázaro Cardenas Batel, Chief of the Mission of the OAS, said that the elections took place in a "peaceful atmosphere."
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OAS and EU Sign Agreement to Support the Peaceful Resolution of the Belize and Guatemala Differendum
“The contribution of the European Union has been key” to the process, said the Secretary General.
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OAS Secretary General Expresses Dismay at Massacre in Connecticut
“The ease with which unbalanced people or criminals have access to guns is something that must be acted on,” he said.
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OAS to Observe Presidential and Legislative Elections in Ecuador
The Secretary General designated Rafael Alburquerque as Chief of the Mission that will accompany the elections on February 17.
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