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Switzerland to step up its commitment to the peace support mission in Bosnia and Herzegovina in 2027

18.02.2026 — Press releases EDA
At its meeting on 18 February, the Federal Council adopted a dispatch to Parliament that provides for a temporary increase in Switzerland's contribution: in 2027, an additional 12 armed military personnel will be deployed to the multinational European Union Force in Bosnia and Herzegovina (EUFOR ALTHEA). They will assist with transport tasks and staff work. Against the backdrop of political crises in the country, the EUFOR ALTHEA mission plays a key role in stabilisation. Switzerland's contribution will allow it to support the EU's stabilisation efforts in a region that is important to Switzerland. The deployment of armed personnel must now be approved by Parliament.

Charles Jean-Richard-dit-Bressel appointed as new FDFA secretary general

18.02.2026 — Press releases EDA
On the recommendation of the head of the FDFA, Ignazio Cassis, the Federal Council appointed Charles Jean-Richard-dit-Bressel as the new FDFA secretary general at its meeting on 18 February 2026. Currently the FDFA's deputy secretary general, Mr Jean-Richard-dit-Bressel will take up his new position on 1 December 2026. He succeeds Markus Seiler, who will become the new Swiss ambassador to Canada on the same day.

Federal Councillor Ignazio Cassis to visit Slovenia and Bosnia and Herzegovina

17.02.2026 — Press releases EDA
Building on its close relations with the Western Balkans and commitment to European security and stability, Switzerland is pursuing its political dialogue in the region: from 18 to 20 February, the head of the FDFA, Ignazio Cassis, will travel to Slovenia and then to Bosnia and Herzegovina for an official visit. Talks will focus on bilateral cooperation, European security, cultural diversity, and dialogue as factors for social cohesion and the strengthening of democratic institutions. The visit also takes place within the framework of Switzerland's role within the OSCE, that the head of the FDFA is chairing in 2026.

Cyclone Gezani in Madagascar: Switzerland deploys specialists and equipment

13.02.2026 — Press releases EDA
In response to the critical humanitarian situation caused by Cyclone Gezani in Madagascar, Switzerland will be sending a team of eight experts from the Swiss Humanitarian Aid Unit (SHA) as well as equipment. The deployment comes as the island faces its second cyclone in the space of two weeks.

Federal Councillors Martin Pfister, Ignazio Cassis and Beat Jans to attend the Munich Security Conference

12.02.2026 — Press releases EDA
Federal Councillors Martin Pfister, Ignazio Cassis and Beat Jans will attend the Munich Security Conference (MSC 26) from 13 to 15 February. In a rapidly changing security environment, this conference offers an opportunity for high-level discussions on how to strengthen Europe's security. It also provides a platform for promoting values such as peace and the rule of law.

2026 Winter Olympics: Federal Councillor Ignazio Cassis holds talks in Milan

12.02.2026 — Press releases EDA
Federal Councillor Ignazio Cassis, the head of the FDFA, was in Milan on 11 and 12 February 2026 for the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics. He met with the president of Lombardy, Attilio Fontana, and Milan's mayor, Giuseppe Sala. Talks focused on bilateral relations, particularly with the Lombardy region, the tragedy in Crans-Montana, cross-border cooperation and the potential of the 2026 Winter Olympics to bring benefits to the region.

Ukraine: Federal Council approves aid package for the supply of urgently needed energy goods

11.02.2026 — Press releases EDA
Ukraine is currently facing its worst energy crisis since the start of the war. Swiss companies will be delivering high-performance generators and electricity modules to Ukraine in the coming weeks to provide support in this difficult situation. Following a request from the Ukrainian government, on 11 February 2026 the Federal Council approved aid up to a cost ceiling of CHF 32 million.

2026 Winter Olympics: Federal Councillor Cassis travels to Milan

11.02.2026 — Press releases EDA
Federal Councillor Ignazio Cassis, head of the Federal Department of Foreign Affairs (FDFA), will travel to Milan on 11 and 12 February 2026 on the occasion of the Milano–Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics. There, he will hold talks with regional and city authorities.

OSCE conference on combating antisemitism

09.02.2026 — Press releases EDA
With an appeal to fight antisemitism, hatred and discrimination, the OSCE Chairman-in-Office, Federal Councillor Ignazio Cassis, opened the OSCE conference on ‘Combating anti-Semitism: addressing challenges of intolerance and discrimination’ on 9 February 2026. The two-day conference is taking place in St Gallen and is the first of several international conferences to be held within the framework of Switzerland's 2026 OSCE chairpersonship.

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