News and press releases
News and press releases from the OSCE's global activities.
Registration of a new political party in Kosovo open for review
Publishing date: 23 May 2002
PRISTINA, 23 May 2002- The New Party of Kosovo (PREK), recently established by Dr. Bujar Bukoshi, has completed its registration requirements with the Political Party Registration Office of the OSCE Mission in Kosovo. A final decision...
Insecurity and lack of freedom of movement still hindering return in Kosovo
Publishing date: 22 May 2002
PRISTINA, 22 May 2002- Further fundamental changes need to be made in order to improve conditions for Kosovo's minorities and to create an environment conducive for returns of all ethnic groups, according to the latest OSCE/UNHCR...
Violations of 2002 Electoral Rules of Kosovo will result in penalties
Publishing date: 15 May 2002
PRISTINA, 15 May 2002- Stiff penalties will be imposed on Kosovo's political entities again this year if they break the rules governing the 2002 electoral process. These could range from fines to a candidate or party being barred from...
Kosovo Central Election Commission sets dates for political entity certification
Publishing date: 8 May 2002
PRISTINA, 8 May 2002- Political entities wishing to contest the 26 October municipal elections will have to meet a list of requirements from 3 to 28 June before the Central Election Commission (CEC) approves their application...
OSCE held human rights session for Kosovo's ministers
Publishing date: 8 May 2002
PRISTINA, 8 May 2002- An orientation session for ministers of Kosovo's provisional government focused on the importance of human rights in the decision-making process. The session, organized by the OSCE Mission in Kosovo...
OSCE welcomes announcement of Kosovo municipal elections on 26 October
Publishing date: 7 May 2002
PRISTINA, 7 May 2002- The OSCE Mission in Kosovo welcomes the announcement by the UN Special Representative, Michael Steiner, of October 26 as the date for the second municipal elections in Kosovo. "The new election date will allow the Pillar III...
Independence of judiciary important to Kosovo's justice system
Publishing date: 29 April 2002
PRISTINA, 29 April 2002- The OSCE's latest overview of Kosovo's justice system has asked for assurances that international human rights standards will be further safeguarded. The report, launched today in Pristina as the fourth...