Cluster: Geopolitics

NGOs face uphill battle to gain access to the UN

The Human Rights Council meets in Geneva

This content was published on Mar 1, 2023 For many NGOs, the UN Human Rights Council is the ultimate advocacy platform. But an obscure New York-based body often makes access difficult.

Foreign Affairs

Swiss government under pressure to toughen stance on Iran

This content was published on Feb 28, 2023 The Swiss parliament has adopted a declaration condemning Iran’s regime for its crackdown on opponents.

International Geneva

Humanitarian Cybersecurity Centre launched in Geneva

This content was published on Feb 28, 2023 A new platform has been launched in Geneva to help humanitarian NGOs protect themselves against cyberattacks.

Foreign Affairs

Switzerland pledges CHF14.5mn aid package to Yemen

This content was published on Feb 27, 2023 Switzerland will donate CHF14.5 million in humanitarian aid for Yemen following years of conflict in the Middle East country.

Foreign Affairs

Switzerland condemns Russian abuse of human rights

This content was published on Feb 27, 2023 Swiss Foreign Minister Ignazio Cassis speaks out against Russian human rights abuses at a UN Human Rights Council.

Foreign Affairs

Switzerland cannot remain neutral over war, says Ukrainian ambassador

This content was published on Feb 27, 2023 Switzerland cannot remain neutral in the face of Russia’s war of aggression against Ukraine, says Ukraine’s ambassador to Switzerland.

Russia s ambassador to the UN in Geneva speaks at the Human Rights Council

International Geneva

War in Ukraine to take centre stage at UN Human Rights Council

This content was published on Feb 26, 2023 The UN Human Rights Council convenes in Geneva from Monday for what should be a record session, both in terms of length and attendance.

Foreign Affairs

Switzerland issues first fast-track visas for earthquake victims

This content was published on Feb 25, 2023 The Swiss government has issued the first visas for people affected by the huge earthquake in Turkey and Syria earlier this month.

Foreign Affairs

Switzerland ramps up aid to Turkey and Syria

This content was published on Feb 24, 2023 Switzerland is sending more experts and equipment to Turkey and Syria.

International Geneva

How to make peace

This content was published on Feb 24, 2023 One year after Russia invaded Ukraine, Europe stands united in the face of a conflict that shows no sign of ending.

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