No. 110: The OSCE: Fighting for Renewed Relevance

Author(s): Daniel Trachsler
Editor(s): Daniel Trachsler
Series: CSS Analyses in Security Policy
Issue: 110
Publisher(s): Center for Security Studies (CSS), ETH Zurich
Publication Year: 2012

The OSCE is battling against a loss of relevance. It has been weakened by differences among its member states, competition from other security organizations, the consensus rule, and a lack of visibility. These challenges are the other side of the coin of the OCSE's comparative advantages: its broad membership base and its comprehensive concept of security. While a trend reversal is currently not in the offing, the need for an organization such as the OSCE remains. It may be able to enhance its relevance once more.

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Member and Partner States of the OSCE (2012)