The Organization of American States (OAS)
The Organization of American States (OAS)

Author: Mônica Herz

Publisher: Taylor & Francis

Published: 2011-04-25

Total Pages: 161

ISBN-13: 1136813977

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This volume in the Global Institutions series will focus on the history, decision making procedures, relevance, functions, and operations of the Organization of American States. The organization will be analyzed in the context of the web of international and regional institutions that deal with global governance and international politics in the Western Hemisphere. The book will provide information and guidance for practitioners, scholars, and students on the various aspects of the OAS.

Cooperation, Conflict and Consensus in the Organization of American States
Cooperation, Conflict and Consensus in the Organization of American States

Author: C. Shaw

Publisher: Springer

Published: 2004-04-16

Total Pages: 217

ISBN-13: 1403978832

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This book examines conflict resolution efforts in Latin America by the Organization of American States (OAS) over the past fifty years by exploring the relationship of the United States with other member states within the context of the OAS. The book focuses on the impact of institutional factors on the influence that member states are able to wield within the organization. This innovative theoretical approach yields general insights into organizational behaviour and interstate relations within an international organization. The examination of thirty-one cases provides a wealth of empirical data and facilitates cross case comparisons.

Organization of American States
Organization of American States

Author: Peter J. Meyer

Publisher: CreateSpace

Published: 2015-06-26

Total Pages: 34

ISBN-13: 9781511421034

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The Organization of American States (OAS) is the oldest multilateral regional organization in the world. It was founded in 1948 by the United States and 20 Latin American nations to serve as a forum for addressing issues of mutual concern. Over time, the organization expanded to include all 35 independent countries of the Western Hemisphere (though Cuba currently does not participate). The organization's areas of focus have also shifted over time, evolving in accordance with the priorities of its member states. Today, the OAS concentrates on four broad objectives: democracy promotion, human rights protection, economic and social development, and regional security cooperation. It carries out a wide variety of activities to advance these goals, often providing policy guidance and technical assistance to member states.