Organization of American States (OAS): Background and Issues for Congress

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By Peter J. Meyer (au)
Year: 2012
Pages: 31
Binding Paperback
ISBN 978-1-4578-4074-6

Product Code: 145784074X

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The Organization of American States (OAS), the oldest multilateral regional organization in the world, was founded in 1948 by the U.S. and 20 Latin American nations to serve as a forum for addressing issues of mutual concern. Over time, the OAS expanded to include all 35 independent countries of the Western Hemisphere (though Cuba currently is excluded from participation). The organizationäó»s areas of focus have also shifted over time, evolving in accordance with the priorities of its member states. Contents of this report: (1) Introduction to the OAS; (2) Background: History and Purpose; Institutional Bodies; Budget; (3) Current Priorities: Democracy Promotion; Human Rights Protection; Economic and Social Development; Regional Security Cooperation: Anti-Drug and Anti-Terrorism Efforts; (4) Issues for Congress; (5) Outlook. Tables. This is a print on demand report.

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