New U.S. Co-Chairman of OSCE MG is great diplomat: Matthew Bryza

"I can only say that ambassador Bradtke is a perfect diplomat and a good friend," Bryza said.

Former U.S. Ambassador to Croatia Robert Bradtke has been appointed new U.S. co-chair of the OSCE MG, the U.S. State Department Bureau for Europe and Eurasia said.

Bradtke was engaged in Balkans issues and U.S. relations with NATO and the OSCE from 2001 to 2004, and like former U.S. co-chair of the OSCE MG Matthew Bryza has also served as Deputy Assistant to the U.S. State Secretary for European and Eurasian Affairs.

Bryza wished Bradtke great success in his diplomatic mission.

The Azerbaijan and Armenian governments have already been informed about Bradtke's appointment. The ambassador is currently getting familiarized with the new position and intends to visit the region in the coming weeks, the U.S State Department spokesperson said.

/Trend News/