Switzerland is present at the United Nations with permanent missions in Geneva, New York, Vienna and Rome, working within the global context of the UN for peace, human rights, the fight against poverty, food security and the protection of the environment.
Switzerland’s UN Missions
The UN has193 member states – almost all the countries of the world – which confers on it unique worldwide legitimacy and status. Switzerland’s four missions follow events in important UN bodies and actively participate in the resolution of global problems.
Mission to the UN and to the other international organizations in Vienna
The permanent mission represents Switzerland's interests and positions at the Vienna based UN organizations active in the realm of nuclear questions and the fight against drugs and crime.
Mission to the UN in New York
Switzerland safeguards its interests at the UN head office in accordance with its foreign policy objectives.
Permanent Mission of Switzerland to the United Nations organisations in Rome
Switzerland represents its interests and positions in the areas of food and agriculture at the relevant UN organisations in Rome.
