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Informations concerning relations between Switzerland and the international organisations

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List of partners supporting our projects.

Speeches and statements made by Switzerland to the UN

Switzerland’s speeches and statements at the UN are compiled according to subject and the body they address, and are available in the original language version.

Publications

New releases, specialist publications and brochures to download or order

Videos

Videos of Swiss Representatives at the UN and events.

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Welcome message by the Ambassador

Welcome by the head of the Permanent Mission of Switzerland in Geneva

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List of partners supporting our projects.

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Presentation of the members of the Mission management

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The role of the Mission and how it works.

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Facts and figures about International Geneva

Discover Geneva, the city that #worksfortheworld

Platforms for cooperation

International Geneva offers a significant potential for synergies between actors. In order to exploit it, Switzerland has created a set of practical tools that includes platforms for cooperation and the Think Tank Hub.

Sources of information

A series of thematic resources and useful links related to the activities of International Geneva are made available by the Swiss authorities and the United Nations

International Geneva Welcome Centre (CAGI)

Le CAGI accompagne la communauté de la Genève internationale dans son installation et facilite son intégration à Genève et dans la région lémanique

Discovering International Geneva

International Geneva offers various possibilities of guided tours and visits of its institutions and iconic places and buildings. Discover the main opportunities on this page.

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Human rights in the context of the United Nations

The Human Rights Section promotes and defends Switzerland's interests within the Human Rights Council and its subsidiary mechanisms

Disarmament and non-proliferation

Geneva hosts the Conference on Disarmament and the majority of the disarmament institutions

Humanitarian affairs

Most of the main humanitarian organisations and a large number of international non-governmental organisations are based in Geneva. The Humanitarian Affairs Section safeguards Switzerland's interests in these bodies

Global Affairs

The Global Affairs Section safeguards Switzerland's interests within the international organisations, agencies, funds, programmes and secretariats based in Geneva

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Legal and Protocol Affairs Section

The Legal and Protocol Affairs Section is responsible for applying the system of diplomatic benefits to the international community and its Residence and Status Service issues FDFA legitimation cards.

Practical Manual of the regime of privileges and immunities and other facilities

This manual was created to explain the system of privileges and immunities to the permanent missions, international organisations and their staff members.

Privileges & immunities: frequently asked questions (FAQ)

A FAQ (frequently asked questions) has been prepared to answer the questions that are usually asked about the regime of privileges, immunities and facilities applicable to permanent missions, international organisations, as well as to the staff and members of their families.

Good Offices and Security Section

The Good Offices and Security Section deals with requests from international organisations and permanent missions regarding security. It facilitates the issuing of visas for International Geneva and deals with disputes.

Manual: Visas

Information on visas is provided to those expected within the context of International Geneva.

Cybersecurity

The Swiss Mission is the first point of contact for IOs and PMs in Geneva. It receives and directs cybersecurity-related requests from the international community to the authorities and specialized partners.

Infrastructure and Innovation Section

The Infrastructure and Innovation Section provides operational support for all real estate matters related to the presence in Switzerland of international organisations, permanent missions and their personnel.

Manual: Real estate

This manual provides relevant information to foreign States or members of personnel of permanent missions and international organisations who would like to aquire a property in Switzerland

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Publication

The brochure presents the actors of International Geneva and their joint daily commitment to peace, rights and wellbeing worldwide.

Switzerland - Host State (PDF, 19 Pages, 2.1 MB, English)

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Vacancies at the mission

If you would like to represent Switzerland to the United Nations Office and the other international organisations based in Geneva, the Swiss Mission offers professional opportunities in different fields

Graduate Internship at the mission

New graduates have the possibility to gain their first professional experiences in an international environment at the Swiss Mission

Working in International cooperation

Are you currently seeking a job in an international environment? International organisations and non-governmental organisations based in Geneva offer internships, jobs and career perspectives in various fields

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Human rights in the context of the United Nations
Humanitarian affairs
Disarmament and non-proliferation
Global Affairs

Activities as host state

Practical Manual of the regime of privileges and immunities and other facilities
Infrastructure and Innovation Section
Good Offices and Security Section
Legal and Protocol Affairs Section
Privileges & immunities: frequently asked questions (FAQ)
Cybersecurity

International Geneva

Facts and figures about International Geneva
Platforms for cooperation
International Geneva Welcome Centre (CAGI)
Sources of information
Discovering International Geneva

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