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Repatriation of two minors from the Roj camp in Syria

Repatriation of two minors from the Roj camp in Syria

The operation was conducted by the FDFA in collaboration with the competent authorities in Switzerland and abroad, including those in charge of the camp the children were in.

One hundred years of diplomatic relations between Switzerland and Morocco

One hundred years of diplomatic relations between Switzerland and Morocco

Switzerland celebrates 100 years of its diplomatic presence in the Kingdom of Morocco. From the past and into the future, this anniversary highlights the strong ties that bind the two countries.

2030 Agenda: a tailor-made digital solution for the second country report

2030 Agenda: a tailor-made digital solution for the second country report

The 2030 Agenda encourages UN member states to produce regular reports. In 2022 Switzerland will present its second comprehensive country report using a tailor-made digital solution.

Federal Councillor Cassis meets the Vice President of the EU Commission Šefčovič

Federal Councillor Cassis meets the Vice President of the EU Commission Šefčovič

During their meeting in Brussels, both sides agreed to establish a structured political dialogue at ministerial level.

Switzerland-Vatican: Shared history, together for peace

Switzerland-Vatican: Shared history, together for peace

Switzerland established diplomatic relations with the Vatican 100 years ago. At the anniversary celebration, Federal Councillor Cassis and Cardinal Pietro Parolin spoke about peace projects.

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"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

The Federal Council has taken the decision not to sign the InstA. The negotiations with the EU did not produce the outcomes Switzerland needed to sign the agreement.