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Switzerland is demanding that the Iranian authorities provide information on the reasons for the arrest and an investigation into the circumstances of the death of a Swiss national.

IC Forum 2025: How economic growth contributes to transformation

IC Forum 2025: How economic growth contributes to transformation

The fourth International Cooperation Forum will be held this year on 27 and 28 February 2025 at ETH Zurich. Registration is now open.

Switzerland to chair the OSCE in 2026

Switzerland to chair the OSCE in 2026

By chairing the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe, Switzerland underlines the importance of dialogue, particularly in geopolitically difficult times.

Bilateral negotiations with the EU are materially concluded

Bilateral negotiations with the EU are materially concluded

The Federal Council noted that the Swiss delegation had met the objectives set under the negotiating mandate.

Switzerland to play an active part in advancing the future of Africa

Switzerland to play an active part in advancing the future of Africa

Approved by the Federal Council, the Africa Strategy 2025–28 is rooted in a long-term partnership between Switzerland and Africa.

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Measures taken by the Confederation to support Ukraine

On 24 February 2022, Russia launched a military attack on Ukraine. Since then, the Swiss Confederation has been implementing measures in various fields to help people affected by the war. From emergency aid packages to the reconstruction process - you can find all the Confederation's measures here.

Switzerland-EU relations

Switzerland and the European Union have substantively concluded the negotiations on the basis of the package approach. The Swiss delegation, led by chief negotiator Patric Franzen, had met the objectives set under the negotiating mandate of the Federal Council.

Switzerland in the UN Security Council

Switzerland's non-permanent membership in the UN Security Council in 2023/2024 is a continuation of its engagement for peace and security within the UN and throughout the world.

International cooperation

International cooperation

International Cooperation Strategy 2021–2024

The IZA Strategy 2021-2024 focuses on alleviating need and poverty in the world and on sustainable development.

In the FDFA‘s sights

From Berne to the 170 or so Swiss representations around the world, from the trips and speeches of Federal Councillor Ignazio Cassis to cooperation projects, follow the work of the FDFA on a daily basis by subscribing to our various social media accounts.

Head of the Department

Head of the Department

Welcome to the FDFA

Discover the FDFA with Federal Councillor Ignazio Cassis, who will introduce you to the work and role of the department. Have a look at his portrait and speeches.