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"We can't have our cake and eat it too"

"We can't have our cake and eat it too"

In this interview, Federal Councillor Ignazio Cassis talks about Switzerland's European policy and the management of the COVID-19 crisis – both of which require a willingness to compromise.

Cooperation to bolster children's education in emergencies

Cooperation to bolster children's education in emergencies

The Geneva Global Hub for Education in Emergencies creates future prospects for the most vulnerable – young people who find themselves in emergency situations.

Millions deprived of education – FDFA creates opportunities

Millions deprived of education – FDFA creates opportunities

To combat poverty and inequality, Switzerland is committed to good quality education and equal opportunities for all.

Croatia: Switzerland responds to appeal for emergency shelters

Humanitarian Aid

Croatia: Switzerland responds to appeal for emergency shelters

As a result of the earthquake in Croatia at the end of 2020, thousands is arriving of people have lost their homes. Experts from the Humanitarian Aid Unit demonstrate how Swiss aid on the ground.

Switzerland steps up its partnership with Sub-Saharan Africa

Switzerland steps up its partnership with Sub-Saharan Africa

The Federal Council has adopted a strategy for Sub-Saharan Africa for the first time to strengthen Switzerland's political profile and to seize opportunities.

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"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

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