Switzerland’s new man in Washington has a varied career behind him, having notably been appointed Intelligence Coordinator in the year 2000, aged 38.
After a reorganisation of this department, he joined the Federal Department of Foreign Affairs (FDFA) in 2006, which was at that time led by Micheline Calmy-Rey.
Recently Pitteloud was at the centre of allegations of corruption, stemming from his stint as Swiss ambassador to Kenya from 2010 to 2015. The investigation, which started in 2016, ended in spring this year, with no action deemed necessary. The brothers who made the allegations have filed an appeal.
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Nemo brought the Eurovision Song Contest to Switzerland with a victory on Saturday evening in Malmö, Sweden. It is Switzerland's third victory in the history of the music contest.
Switzerland abstains from vote on Palestinian bid for full UN membership
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On Friday, Switzerland abstained from the vote at the General Assembly on granting the Palestinians new rights at the United Nations (UN).
Protein in abdominal fat could help shape obesity treatment
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The study analysed fat cells from different locations in the body, and found that those in the abdomen have unique properties.
North African asylum claims fall after rapid Swiss processing
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The accelerated procedure, now out of its test phase, has resulted in a significant drop in applications from North African countries.
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The artist's song "The Code" focuses on their journey as a nonbinary individual. It is one of the favourites to win this year's contest.
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Authorities hand over Pitteloud investigation
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The Swiss Attorney General will not rule on the case of a high-ranking Swiss diplomat facing corruption allegations, over appearance of bias concerns.
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William Tell soup, anyone? What led Switzerland’s man in Washington to add some spice to his role as ambassador and write a cookbook?
Ambassador to US on tax scandals, terrorism and trade deals
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Three months into his posting as Swiss ambassador to Washington, Martin Dahinden discusses obstacles and cooperation between the two countries.
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The roots of direct democracy, which took hold in both the United States and Switzerland, can be traced back to the Iroquois Native Americans.
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