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Code of conduct creates clarity on respect of human rights for private security service providers

Human rights

Code of conduct creates clarity on respect of human rights for private security service providers

For 10 years an international code of conduct has set out rules for private security companies in conflict situations. Switzerland chairs the code of conduct's supervisory board.

30.11.2020

Switzerland and ICRC adapt to the challenges of digitalisation

PARTNERSHIPS

Switzerland and ICRC adapt to the challenges of digitalisation

On 27 November 2020, Switzerland and the ICRC signed a protocol amending the agreement that governs the ICRC's status in Switzerland. What does this cooperation entail?

27.11.2020

INTERNATIONAL POLITICS

Combating violence against women

The International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women takes place on 25 November. The issue is a priority of Swiss foreign policy.

25.11.2020

Industry's contribution to secure digitisation

DIGITAL GOVERNANCE

Industry's contribution to secure digitisation

How can digital technology become more secure and cyberspace more peaceful? At the Geneva Dialogue, leading companies agree on a joint approach.

26.11.2020

MULTILATERALISM

Coming together for Afghanistan

At the 2020 Afghanistan Conference, the international community has pledged around US$ 12 billion for the next four years.

24.11.2020

Travelling abroad

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THEMES & DOSSIERS

CORONAVIRUS

"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.

AVIS28

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

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

Foreign Policy Strategy 2020–23

The thematic focus areas are peace and security, prosperity, sustainability and digitalisation.

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.

Europe

Institutional agreement

Through the institutional agreement, the Federal Council aims to consolidate Switzerland's bilateral approach and ensure continued access to the single market.