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Questions and answers on Switzerland's neutrality

Questions and answers on Switzerland's neutrality

The adoption of EU sanctions against Russia has led to discussions concerning Switzerland's neutrality. The FDFA provides answers to frequently asked questions.

Do you trust artificial intelligence?

ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE

Do you trust artificial intelligence?

Artificial intelligence (AI) harbours great potential. Switzerland can make valuable contributions to the debate on trust in AI and on its regulation.

Manuel Bessler visits Ukraine

Manuel Bessler visits Ukraine

Accompanied by a Swiss delegation, Manuel Bessler travelled to Ukraine from 12 to 15 May.

Swiss president meets with Pope and Swiss Guard

Swiss president meets with Pope and Swiss Guard

This visit underlines the historic bilateral relations between the two countries, which are further strengthened by the new Swiss embassy to the Holy See.

War crimes investigation in Ukraine

War crimes investigation in Ukraine

There are clear indications of war crimes in Butcha and other places in Ukraine. The International Criminal Court is investigating corresponding reports.

Travelling abroad

Travelling to Switzerland

Emigration & return

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THEMES & DOSSIERS

"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.

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

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 Strategy 2020–23

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

International cooperation

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.

Institutional agreement

The Federal Council has taken the decision not to sign the InstA. The negotiations with the EU did not produce the outcomes Switzerland needed to sign the agreement.