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FEDERALhearing transcript

Briefing on European Energy Security and Pipeline Politics

Original title: Pipeline Politics: Energy and Power in Europe

Record date · January 1, 2019

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What This Bill Does

This document is a transcript of a July 2019 Helsinki Commission briefing regarding energy security and pipeline politics in Europe. Experts from government and policy organizations gathered to discuss how energy policy impacts transatlantic relations and regional stability.

Why it matters

The briefing informs U.S. policy regarding European energy security, which affects international trade, diplomatic relations, and the energy infrastructure landscape in Europe.

Who It Affects

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U.S. Congress

The Commission provides information and policy recommendations to Congress regarding OSCE activities.

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OSCE participating states

These nations are subject to the security, economic, and human rights standards monitored by the Commission.

Key Facts

The briefing took place on July 23, 2019, at the Longworth House Office Building in Washington, DC.
The event was hosted by the Commission on Security and Cooperation in Europe (Helsinki Commission).
Slovakia, as the OSCE chair, designated energy security as a priority for the organization's economic and environmental portfolio.
The Helsinki Commission is a U.S. government agency created in 1976 to monitor compliance with OSCE commitments.

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The OSCE (Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe) consists of 56 participating states.
The Commission includes nine members from the U.S. Senate, nine from the House, and one each from the Departments of State, Defense, and Commerce.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Helsinki Commission?

It is a U.S. government agency that monitors and encourages compliance with commitments, focusing on human rights and security.

Why was this briefing held?

To discuss energy security in Europe, which is a priority for the current chairmanship held by Slovakia.

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OSCE Priority Shift

The document highlights that Slovakia elevated energy security to a priority status within the OSCE's economic and environmental portfolio.

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Connected Entities

David Koranyi, Ed Chow, Alcee L. Hastings and 4 more

PersonDavid Koranyi“Panelist from the Atlantic Council.”Map →

PersonEd Chow“Panelist from the Center for Strategic and International Studies.”Map →

PersonAlcee L. Hastings“Congressman and Chairman of the Helsinki Commission.”Map →

PersonDanica R. Starks“Senior Policy Advisor at the Helsinki Commission and presiding official.”Map →

OrganizationCommission on Security and Cooperation in Europe“Also known as the Helsinki Commission; organized the briefing.”Map →

PersonEfgan Nifti“Panelist from the Caspian Policy Center.”Map →

PersonColin Cleary“Panelist from the U.S. Department of State.”Map →

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