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UN officials in Geneva report over 100 civilian executions in western Syria

The UN has documented 111 executions of civilians in western Syria

This content was published on Mar 12, 2025 Verification is ongoing, and the actual number is likely higher, said a UN spokesperson in Geneva. A Syrian NGO claims executions could exceed 1,000.

Trump-related uncertainties weigh on Swiss economy

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Experts lower Swiss growth forecasts due to US trade tensions

This content was published on Mar 12, 2025 The uncertainty caused by ongoing trade conflicts is making companies hesitant to make decisions, which significantly hinders investment.

The Swiss pavilion under construction, shortly before completion.

Foreign Affairs

Swiss pavilion could be big hit at lacklustre World Expo

This content was published on Mar 12, 2025 Expo 2025 is due to open in Osaka, Japan, on April 13. Switzerland has a chance to shine with an innovative pavilion.

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Can the WTO live up to its mission?

This content was published on Mar 12, 2025 Trade tensions are on the rise since US President Donald Trump took office and started rolling out tariffs. What can Geneva's WTO do about it?

Swiss customs investigates over 200 tonnes of smuggled meat

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Swiss customs intercepted over 200 tonnes of smuggled meat in 2024

This content was published on Mar 11, 2025 The Federal Office for Customs and Border Security intercepted around 208 tonnes of smuggled meat at border crossings in 2024.

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Swiss war material exports fell by 5% in 2024

This content was published on Mar 11, 2025 Switzerland exported 5% less war material in 2024 than in 2023.

Forgoing the purchase of F-35 fighter jets would cost Switzerland

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Switzerland would bear costs if it forgoes F-35 jet purchase

This content was published on Mar 11, 2025 If Switzerland decides not to buy 36 F-35 fighter jets from the US, it will have to bear the costs, says the Swiss government.

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Switzerland’s image at stake in current multilateralism crisis, says Geneva politician

This content was published on Mar 10, 2025 The Swiss government's reaction to the current crisis in multilateralism is not congruent with what is at stake for International Geneva, says the head of the Geneva Government.

Switzerland lifts certain sanctions against Syria

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Switzerland lifts some sanctions against Syria

This content was published on Mar 7, 2025 Switzerland has lifted some sanctions against Syria in light of the change of government in Damascus.

Keller-Sutter sees no turnaround in Swiss foreign policy

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Swiss foreign policy ‘unchanged by US decisions’

This content was published on Mar 7, 2025 Swiss foreign policy remains unchanged despite recent United States activities, says Swiss President.

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