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Swiss aid for overburdened hospitals in India

Swiss aid for overburdened hospitals in India

A cargo plane, organised by Swiss Humanitarian Aid and bound for New Delhi, took off from Zurich on 6 May 2021 with 13 tonnes of medical supplies.

India and Covid-19: "It feels good to be able to help in an uncomplicated way!"

60 years of the SDC

India and Covid-19: "It feels good to be able to help in an uncomplicated way!"

60 years of the SDC: Taking planned action, responding swiftly and being able count on a committed team: Director Patricia Danzi highlights advantages of Switzerland's international cooperation.

"It was a positive outcome. And I'm proud of that"

"It was a positive outcome. And I'm proud of that"

Federal Councillor Cassis talks about the framework agreement in an interview with CH Media and points out that failing to strike a deal and reaching an agreement both come at a price.

The fight against malaria: what Tanzania can teach the rest of the world

The fight against malaria: what Tanzania can teach the rest of the world

Switzerland is committed to eliminating malaria by 2030. From Basel to Dar es Salaam, we hear two accounts of its efforts and examine a supranational cooperation project.

Switzerland and multilateralism: five personal accounts of peace and diplomacy

Multilateralism

Switzerland and multilateralism: five personal accounts of peace and diplomacy

On the occasion of the International Day of Multilateralism, five examples of the added value that Switzerland brings to the table to help maintain a peaceful global order.

Travelling abroad

Travelling to Switzerland

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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

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