Switzerland raises funding for International Geneva

The Federal Chambers support international Geneva Keystone-SDA

Switzerland aims to strengthen its position as a host country of global NGOs by approving a credit facility of CHF122.6 million for 2026-2029.

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Following in the footsteps of the House of Representatives, the Senate has approved a spending ceiling, mainly for the benefit of international Geneva, which is facing a budget crisis.

+ Swiss budget cuts raise pressure on International Geneva

In June, the Swiss government adopted a package of urgent measures including a framework credit. This has been increased by 5% compared with the previous period to strengthen the reception, infrastructure, partnerships and governance of new technologies.

Some political parties argued for budgetary savings, and sought to halve the budget, with a ceiling set at CHF61.3 million. On the other hand, the left wanted to go further than the government and requested a commitment credit of CHF152.6 million.

In the end, the government’s proposal remained unchanged. In the overall Senate vote, it was approved by 36 votes to three.

Translated from French by DeepL/mga

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