The hearing focused on Finland’s plans and priorities as well as challenges confronting the OSCE in 2008 and beyond. Additionally, the hearing addressed election observation activities by the OSCE; prospects for OSCE continued engagement in Kosovo; ongoing initiatives to combat anti-Semitism and other forms of intolerance; and the CFE Treaty.
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Hon. Alcee Hastings
Chairman
Commission on Security and Cooperation in Europe
Hon. Ben Cardin
Co-Chairman
Commission on Security and Cooperation in Europe
Hon. Chris Smith
Ranking Minority Member
Commission on Security and Cooperation in Europe
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Minister Ilkka Kanerva
Mininster for Foreign Affairs
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