Tag: Organization of American States (OAS)

Saturday, June 29th 2024 - 10:55 UTC
OAS General Assembly salutes Argentina's stance regarding Malvinas and issues Declaration of Asunción

The 54th General Assembly of the Organization of American States (OAS) concluded Friday in the Paraguayan capital with the Declaration of Asunción, a document promoting the elimination of violence against women and girls, the fight against climate change, and the fight against organized crime.
Thursday, June 27th 2024 - 09:20 UTC
OAS General Assembly opening ceremony focuses on Bolivian crisis

As all attendees were focused on the ongoing crisis unfolding in Bolivia, Paraguayan President Santiago Peña opened the Organization of American States (OAS) 54th General Assembly in Asunción by highlighting that democracy was the way to fight transnational crime, drug trafficking, and terrorism.
Tuesday, June 25th 2024 - 10:30 UTC
Paraguay getting ready to host OAS General Assembly

Paraguayan authorities are fine-tuning the last arrangements for the upcoming 54th General Assembly of the Organization of American States (OAS) to be held in Asunción Between June 26 and 28. According to Paraguay's Foreign Ministry, some 1,200 people are expected to attend the continental event, which is to focus on the fight against transnational organized crime.
Tuesday, February 6th 2024 - 19:43 UTC
Sebastián Piñera, former president of Chile, dies in helicopter crash at age 74

Former Chilean President Sebastián Piñera tragically passed away on Tuesday at the age of 74 in a helicopter crash in Lago Ranco, Chile. According to Chilean media reports, including ADN Radio, the accident occurred approximately 920 kilometers south of Santiago.
Monday, January 29th 2024 - 10:51 UTC
Paraguay sides with Machado and the Venezuelan people

The Paraguayan Government of President Santiago Peña issued a statement Sunday condemning the Venezuelan Supreme Court (TSJ) decision to uphold the disenfranchisement of opposition leader María Corina Machado who has therefore been banned from running for the Miraflores Palace.
Thursday, November 9th 2023 - 11:28 UTC
Nicaragua must still respect human rights outside of OAS, members of the organization said

Members of the Organization of American States (OAS) Wednesday insisted Nicaragua must still respect human rights regardless of its detachment from the group effective Nov. 19, two years after announcing its decision to leave according to the applicable rules.
Friday, October 27th 2023 - 08:53 UTC
Paraguayan President involves OAS in Paraná Waterway crisis

Paraguayan President Santiago Peña has filed a complaint with the Organization of American States (OAS) against Argentina's “unacceptable” and “protectionist” decision to impose tolls on barges passing through the Paraná River waterway. However, he failed to mention the neighboring country during his appearance before the continental body's Permanent Council.
Saturday, June 24th 2023 - 10:41 UTC
OAS wants dialogue in Nicaragua

The Organization of American States (OAS) asked its 35 members to do their utmost to keep bridges open with the Nicaraguan government to have all political prisoners released and reach an end to human rights violations while allowing international organizations to enter its territory, it was reported in Washington DC.
Friday, March 24th 2023 - 10:27 UTC
Latin America and Caribbean: 37 million people lack drinking water

The Organization of American States (OAS) denounced this week that some 37 million people in the region lacked drinking water and cited climate change as a possible cause.
Thursday, January 26th 2023 - 10:58 UTC
Peru: Boluarte asks for multinational endorsement to early elections

Peruvian President Dina Boluarte Wednesday asked the international community to endorse the holding of early elections in Peru, which she had already entrusted Congress with devising. She also said every possible solution should be within constitutional boundaries.