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The famine in Yemen raises serious concerns

The famine in Yemen raises serious concerns

The United Nations held a virtual high-level pledging event for the humanitarian crisis in Yemen, co-hosted by the governments of Sweden and Switzerland.

Climate change as a security risk

SECURITY COUNCIL

Climate change as a security risk

In his first declaration to the UN Security Council as Federal Councillor, Ignazio Cassis addresses the impact of climate change on international stability.

Healthcare for all – the SDC magazine One World is now available

Healthcare for all – the SDC magazine One World is now available

In low and middle-income countries, millions die because of poor quality health systems: a reboot is needed.

Common problems require common solutions

HUMAN RIGHTS COUNCIL

Common problems require common solutions

In his opening address to the session of the UN Human Rights Council, Federal Councillor Ignazio Cassis stressed the importance of fundamental rights and explained why Switzerland opposes the death penalty.

"Emna Rumantscha" – the first Romansh Language Week

Plurilingualism

"Emna Rumantscha" – the first Romansh Language Week

The FDFA and its representations abroad invite you to learn about Romansh language and culture, an essential part of Switzerland. Romansh speakers and stories.

Travelling abroad

Travelling to Switzerland

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THEMES & DOSSIERS

"What does the FDFA advise?"

Many Swiss nationals travelling abroad ask the Federal Department of Foreign Affairs FDFA for recommendations and advice on their return journey. A list of questions and answers.

Agile Swiss foreign policy

AVIS28, the report on Switzerland's 2028 Foreign Policy Vision, provides impetus for a focused, networked and agile foreign policy.

International organizations

International organizations

Switzerland's candidature for the UN Security Council

Switzerland is seeking a non-permanent seat on the UN Security Council in 2023–24. The Federal Council formally submitted the candidature in 2011 after consultations with Parliament. The election for the two-year term will take place in New York in June 2022.

Foreign Policy Strategy 2020–23

The thematic focus areas are peace and security, prosperity, sustainability and digitalisation.

International cooperation

International cooperation

Greater focus and impact

Swiss development cooperation will become more focused, making it more effective. This is reflected in Switzerland's new international cooperation strategy for 2021–24.

Institutional agreement

Through the institutional agreement, the Federal Council aims to consolidate Switzerland's bilateral approach and ensure continued access to the single market.