New York, 18 September 2016 – Federal Councillor Didier Burkhalter is
holding bilateral talks with representatives of a range of states and
organisations on the margins of the UN General Assembly.
New York, 18.09.2017 – Didier Burkhalter attended the opening
session of the 72nd General Assembly of the United Nations on Monday
in New York with the aim of building bridges and creating coalitions.
Jürg Lauber and Valentin Zellweger provide insights into the
activities pursued by Switzerland at the UN. Also included: a video
with Pascale Baeriswyl and a quiz.
Heads of state and governments adopted the 2030 Agenda. All states
are called upon to contribute to achieving the 17 Sustainable
Development Goals over the next 15 years.
The bilateral approach allows Switzerland to represent its interests
with the EU in the best way. The Federal Council is aiming to conclude
an institutional agreement to revive this approach.
