The European Union on 24 July 2026 delivered a statement at the OSCE Permanent Council No. 1574, expressing continued support for the work of the OSCE Programme Office in Bishkek and the OSCE Academy in Bishkek. The statement, issued by the EU Delegation to the OSCE, underscores the bloc's commitment to regional stability and capacity-building in Central Asia.
In the statement, the EU welcomed the reports presented by the Head of the OSCE Programme Office in Bishkek and the Director of the OSCE Academy, acknowledging their contributions to promoting security, rule of law, and education in Kyrgyzstan. The EU reiterated its backing for the Office's activities in areas such as border management, countering violent extremism, and police reform, as well as the Academy's role in training future leaders.
The statement also highlighted the importance of the OSCE's field presence in Central Asia and called for continued cooperation between the OSCE, Kyrgyz authorities, and international partners. The EU's remarks come amid ongoing efforts to strengthen multilateral engagement in the region, with the OSCE serving as a key platform for dialogue and technical assistance.