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The Federal Council is investing CHF 269 million in International Geneva, a unique hub for global governance. The funds should help counteract the financial difficulties experienced by international organisations active in Geneva. news.admin.ch/en/newnsb/q6uA…
In view of #COP30, let’s seize this moment – the renewable energy revolution is our opportunity. As @antonioguterres highlights: let’s build the energy system of the 21st century.
The renewable energy revolution is our moment of opportunity to ... build the energy system of the 21st century; meet the world's surging electricity demand sustainably; use trade, investment & finance to supercharge a just energy transition. Let’s seize it.
🇨🇭 calls on all parties to respect the ceasefire in Suweida. #Switzerland condemns the attacks on civilians in Suweida and calls for an independent investigation in cooperation with the #UN. The political transition in #Syria must ensure the protection and political inclusion of…
“There can be no sustainable health without gender equality, no inclusive growth without a protected environment, and none of it without strong partnerships at all levels.” At the #HLPF2025 general debate, 🇨🇭 stressed the interdependence of all sustainable development goals.
In light of the unbearable suffering of civilians in #Gaza, #Switzerland, together with 25 partner States, calls for an end to the war. It is urgent to achieve an immediate ceasefire, the release of all hostages, and the guarantee of unhindered humanitarian access.…
Even without access to the sea,🇨🇭is indirectly affected by the quality of marine ecosystems. At #HLPF2025,🇨🇭reaffirmed its strong commitment to protecting them & promoting the sustainable use of their resources — key to achieving #SDG14 and global environmental sustainability.
🎙️At the UN High-Level Political Forum side event, 🇨🇭, 🇨🇷, 🇲🇳 & @Int_IDEA stressed: ✅ Gender equality #SDG5 ✅ Peace, justice & strong institutions #SDG16 are essential to achieving the #Agenda2030. But progress is slowing. Action is urgent. #GenderEquality #HLPF #Democracy…
Successful side event co-hosted by 🇨🇭, 🇶🇦 and @ilo at the #HLPF2025 on how to better align economic growth with social development requirements in line with #SDG 8. Engaging discussions to further catalyze momentum for the upcoming #WorldSocialSummit in Doha.
The Pact for the Future is a collective pledge for effective and efficient multilateralism that meets today’s challenges. At @UN_PGA dialogue,🇨🇭called for implementation within existing structures & a rigorous 2028 review to deliver impact on agreed commitments.
At this week’s #HLPF, SDC stressed the urgency of reducing disaster risks to accelerate SDG progress. The #GenevaCall for #DRR, launched at #GPDRR2025, highlights the need for better data, stronger governance, early warning systems, inclusive action, and investment in prevention…
As part of the review of SDG8 at #HLPF2025, 🇨🇭 outlined its progress, challenges and priorities in the realm of decent work and sustainable economic growth. Also recalling international cooperation and strong multilateralism as only gateways to the realization of the #2030Agenda.
#Syria | #Switzerland is deeply concerned about the continued escalation of violence in southern Syria and Damascus. An immediate ceasefire respected by all parties is necessary. All parties must uphold #IHL, ensure the protection of civilians, and continue working towards an…
Gender equality is a fundamental right & a strategic priority for Switzerland. At #HLPF2025, 🇨🇭shared progress on #SDG5—from legal reforms to leadership targets. This is a crucial moment to take stock & continue to turn global commitments into concrete action. #Agenda2030
At today’s UN High-Level Political Forum #HLPF2025, Switzerland reaffirmed its commitment to 🩺#SDG3 — ensuring healthy lives and promoting well-being for all at all ages through equitable access to health care.
The 🇨🇭 delegation has arrived at #HLPF2025! Looking forward to in depth discussions on the #2030Agenda, particularly: 🩺#SDG3 Good Health and Wellbeing ⚖#SDG5 Gender Equality 💹#SDG8 Decent Work and Economic Growth 🐠#SDG14 Life Below Water 🤝#SDG17 Partnerships for the goals
Today,🇨🇭& @RwandaUN co-hosted the soft launch of the system-wide evaluation report on progress towards a new generation of UN country teams. Member States exchanged insights, discussed challenges & explored its key recommendations. Read the full report👉 bit.ly/3In0eAa
#Gaza | #Switzerland deplores the attack on a joint humanitarian mission of the @ICRC and the Palestinian Red Crescent. We express solidarity with the affected humanitarian workers and call for an independent investigation. Medical and humanitarian staff must be protected…
Switzerland reaffirms its strong commitment to multilateralism and the vital role of independent UN mandate holders. We support the statement by Ambassador Jürg Lauber, President of the HRC, on the importance of Special Rapporteurs. #HumanRights #Multilateralism #UN
Statement by Ambassador Jürg Lauber, President of the @UN Human Rights Council, on sanctions imposed on Francesca Albanese (@FranceskAlbs), the Special Rapporteur on the situation of human rights in the Palestinian territories occupied since 1967.
Swiss company "Planetary" among @WIPO Global Awards winners. Their IP-protected processes allow environmentally sustainable fermentation of sugar into proteins #Geneva #Working4TheWorld
At @AIforGood @ETH_en /EPFL unveiled a major milestone: a fully transparent, 🇨🇭made, multilingual LLM trained on public infrastructure — a world first Through ICAIN, we're matching compute power, quality #data & global talent in #Geneva and beyond to build responsible #AI
Today, 🇨🇭 reaffirmed its determination to actively contribute to the success of the UN Water Conference 2026. In the spirit of renewed multilateralism - where water will hold an even more central place in our collective quest for sustainability, stability, and human dignity.
