Dhif Kamel

Expertise: politics, international relations, human rights, society and culture. Initials : KD

Has been working for swissinfo.ch since 1992 and has been the head of the Arabic section since 2003. A holder of an engineering degree from the Naples Polytechnic in Italy, he is also a graduate of the Institute of journalism and communication sciences at the University of Fribourg in Switzerland.

Alain Berset: ‘I faced unprecedented brutality’

This content was published on Jan 1, 2023 After ten years in government, Berset takes on the rotating role of Swiss president for the second time, starting today.

Reader reaction to Ukraine war: ‘I see no difference – they’re all fleeing death in war’

This content was published on May 6, 2022 Our Arabic-speaking readers express shock, consternation – but understanding too – over special status for Ukrainian refugees.

Neutrality faces ‘huge challenges’, warns ex-Swiss foreign minister

This content was published on Jan 28, 2021 Micheline Calmy-Rey defends her vision of modern neutrality.

How a new definition of rape could impact Swiss law

This content was published on Jan 12, 2021 More countries define rape as sex without consent – even if no force is used. What would changing the definition mean in Switzerland?

Youngest Swiss president in 84 years takes office

This content was published on Jan 1, 2018 An interview with Alain Berset, who, at 45, is the youngest politician to become Swiss president since 1934.

Climate adaptation

Why Switzerland is among the ten fastest-warming countries in the world

Cooks at work in the kitchen, pictured during a look behind the scenes at Hotel Seedamm Plaza in Pfaeffikon, canton of Schwyz, Switzerland, on March 31, 2014. (KEYSTONE/Christian Beutler)

Foreign Affairs

In Switzerland four out of ten people have a migrant background – who are they?

Demographics

Suicides in Switzerland quadruple among older people

Criminals are targeting Swiss car dealerships

French gangs target luxury cars in Switzerland

The additional costs that Switzerland will incur when purchasing the US F-35 fighter jet continue to be a concern.

Swiss Politics

Renewed controversy in Switzerland over US fighter jets – explained

Swiss Abroad: How do you celebrate Swiss National Day where you live?

Do you have any special traditions for Switzerland’s birthday? Let us know where you live and how you usually celebrate.

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Do you have Swiss ancestors? Are you planning to visit where they lived in Switzerland?

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Has your continent reached its peak or is there still potential for economic growth?

Some regions of the world are on an upward trajectory with the promise of a steadily improving future. Where do you live? And in which direction is your region or continent developing?

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Jul 21, 2025

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