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We cover global affairs from Geneva with a strong focus on humanitarian aid, human rights and conflict resolution. And we unravel the entanglements of Swiss politics in the world and offer new perspectives on global developments.

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What Switzerland can achieve with its 2026 OSCE chairmanship 

This content was published on The Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE) is a shadow of its former self. Switzerland, which will chair the organisation next year, must prepare for a range of very different scenarios.

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What exactly was signed in Helsinki in August 1975?

This content was published on Fifty years ago, the Helsinki Accords were an attempt to reduce tensions between the Soviet and Western blocs. But what exactly did 35 countries sign up to?

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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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Cambodia’s Tun Channareth renews fight for mine-free world in Geneva

This content was published on A long-standing campaigner against anti-personnel mines, Cambodian Tun Channareth was in Geneva to defend the convention banning them, which has been weakened by the withdrawal of several Eastern European countries.

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Is it a good idea to let AI vote?

This content was published on Some people want to let AI vote in place of humans. Find out in this video why this might be a bad idea.

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How Locarno became the ‘city of peace’

This content was published on The Swiss city of Locarno rose to diplomatic fame in 1925 when a set of post-war treaties were negotiated there, leaving behind an enduring legacy of peace and tolerance.

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Warfare rewired: drones and civilian risk

This content was published on Drone warfare is rapidly reshaping modern conflict, raising urgent questions about accountability and compliance with international humanitarian law.

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