OSCE Flag

The OSCE flag symbolizes cooperation, security, peace and stability across Europe, North America and Central Asia.

The Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe originated from the Conference on Security and Co-operation in Europe (CSCE) in 1975 and became the OSCE in 1995.

• Became OSCE: 1995
• Headquarters: Vienna, Austria
• Members: 57 participating States
• Focus: Security and conflict prevention

The OSCE promotes conflict prevention, crisis management, human rights, democratic institutions and comprehensive security among participating states.