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Programme of members of the Federal Council attending the WEF Annual Meeting 2020
17.01.2020
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Press release
EDA
At this the 50th Annual Meeting of the World Economic Forum (WEF), the Federal Council stresses the importance of the event in Davos. This year all members of the cabinet will be in attendance; around 60 bilateral meetings are due to take place. President Simonetta Sommaruga will open the event on Tuesday, 21 January, together with Professor Klaus Schwab.
Discover the world with the FDFA and with peace mind
17.01.2020
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Artículo
EDA
Just what is the perfect trip abroad? And where would it take you? Swiss travellers have different needs and expectations – some prefer to go on their own, others would rather choose an organised tour. It doesn't matter if you're a backpacker or a jet-setter: the FDFA provides a wide range of services for anyone who wants to travel abroad.
United Nations World Data Forum: first events take place
16.01.2020
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Press release
EDA
Achievement of the sustainable development goals set out in the 2030 Agenda can only be measured with the help of official statistics. These will be the key focus of the third United Nations World Data Forum (UNWDF) to be held in Bern from 18 to 21 October 2020. Under the label of the «Road to Bern», a series of events is planned in the run-up to this high-profile international conference.
Federal Councillor Ignazio Cassis meets Austrian Foreign Minister Alexander Schallenberg
16.01.2020
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Press release
EDA
Federal Councillor Ignazio Cassis today received his Austrian counterpart Alexander Schallenberg in Bern for his first official trip abroad. The two foreign ministers discussed bilateral relations, Switzerland's European policy and international affairs.
Processing of personal data by the FDFA: bill adopted by Federal Council
15.01.2020
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Press release
EDA
At its meeting on Friday 15 January 2020, the Federal Council adopted a draft federal act on the processing of personal data by the Federal Department of Foreign Affairs (FDFA). This legislation fulfils the requirements of the Federal Act of 19 June 1992 on Data Protection while also taking account of more recent developments in internal organisation, technology and society.
Switzerland returns USD 1.3 million to Turkmenistan for the purchase of medicines
15.01.2020
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Press release
EDA
In line with its policy of repatriating illicitly acquired assets, Switzerland is returning approximately USD 1.3 million, which were confiscated in Switzerland, to Turkmenistan. The funds will be channelled into a health project of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP).
Le conseiller fédéral Ignazio Cassis à la réception de Nouvel An du corps diplomatique (fr.)
15.01.2020
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Press release
EDA
La réception de Nouvel An donnée par la présidente de la Confédération Simonetta Sommaruga a lieu à Berne ce mercredi 15 janvier 2020.
Federal Council reaffirms its commitment to responsible business conduct
15.01.2020
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Press release
EDA
On 15 January 2020, the Federal Council approved the revised Action Plans 2020-2023 on corporate social responsibility, and on Business and Human Rights. The federal government promotes the implementation of a responsible business conduct. It is an important contribution to sustainable development and to solving societal challenges.
Presentation of credentials
14.01.2020
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Press release
EDA
14.01.2020 - Presentation of credentials of newly accredited Ambassadors in Switzerland
Young, creative and tech-savvy: Switzerland at the world's largest tech show starting today in Las Vegas
07.01.2020
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Press release
EDA
Today the Swiss pavilion at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas opens its doors for the second time. From 7 to 10 January 2020 Switzerland is showcasing more than 30 start-ups at the world's largest trade fair for consumer electronics. Organisers Presence Switzerland and Switzerland Global Enterprise (S-GE), together with partners Innosuisse, the swissnex network and digitalswitzerland, are using the pavilion as part of their SwissTech campaign to position Switzerland as a leading innovation and technology hub and an attractive business location.
Switzerland involved in release and transfer of more than 200 detainees in eastern Ukraine
29.12.2019
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Press release
EDA
Switzerland welcomes the latest prisoner exchange between Kyiv and the non- government controlled areas of eastern Ukraine which took place on 29 December 2019, two years after the last such large-scale exchange. FDFA is pleased that it was able to play a significant role in the preparations towards this latest release.
Switzerland and Italy reach an agreement on Campione d'Italia
20.12.2019
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EDA
At its meeting on 20 December 2019, the Federal Council approved an exchange of notes between Switzerland and Italy regarding the change of the customs status of the Italian enclave of Campione d'Italia. This exchange of notes is necessary to ensure legal certainty and facilitates the transition of Campione d'Italia into the European Union's customs territory, scheduled for 1 January 2020.