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US–Iran prisoner swap: Switzerland builds trust

GOOD OFFICES

US–Iran prisoner swap: Switzerland builds trust

The United States has released an Iranian prisoner in exchange for Iran's release of a US prisoner, who landed in Zurich on Thursday. Switzerland mediated the deal.

05.06.2020

Using private-sector funds and expertise

Development cooperation

Using private-sector funds and expertise

Switzerland also relies on working together with the private sector to achieve a sustainable impact in its international development cooperation work.

29.05.2020

The FDFA does not support organizations that glorify violence (de)

Human Rights

The FDFA does not support organizations that glorify violence (de)

The FDFA has investigated allegations against the NGO "Addameer". With the conclusion that, given the current state of the facts, there is no reason to suspend supporting "Addameer”.

05.06.2020

Switzerland's border with neighbouring countries will be open as of the June 15, 2020

Coronavirus

Switzerland's border with neighbouring countries will be open as of the June 15, 2020

Border controls with Germany, Austria and France will be lifted as early as 15 June. This is a decision of the Federal Council.

28.05.2020

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.

03.06.2020

The FDFA is mitigating the impact of COVID-19 around the world

COVID-19

The FDFA is mitigating the impact of COVID-19 around the world

How are Switzerland's international cooperation efforts helping to tackle the COVID-19 crisis? Here we provide an overview.

05.06.2020

Travelling abroad

Travelling to Switzerland

Emigration & return

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THEMES & DOSSIERS

International organizations

Gender equality

This was the visionary agenda of the 4th World Conference on Women in Beijing, 25 years ago. Read on for an overview of Switzerland’s work to promote gender equality and women's rights.

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.

Emergency and reconstruction assistance

2015 earthquake in Nepal: “Everyone is on edge”

Ueli Salzmann, head of the SHA's first special operations team, provides immediate assistance. The Swiss Embassy in Kathmandu is responsible for long-term reconstruction aid.

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.