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How Trump’s orders could affect Switzerland

This content was published on Jan 25, 2025 US President Donald Trump signed dozens of executive orders that disrupt global politics and business as usual. What does this mean for Switzerland?

WHO anticipates cost reductions after US withdrawal

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WHO to slash costs after US withdrawal

This content was published on Jan 24, 2025 The World Health Organization plans cost-cutting measures following the decision by the US to withdraw its membership.

Removals of rejected asylum seekers increased by 18.5% in 2024

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Switzerland rejected 18.5% more asylum seekers in 2024

This content was published on Jan 24, 2025 The number of rejected asylum seekers leaving Switzerland rose by 18.5% last year.

Switzerland demands dissolution of morality police in Iran

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Switzerland wants Iranian morality police disbanded

This content was published on Jan 24, 2025 Switzerland is calling on Iran to disband the morality police and the right to a fair trial in the Middle East country.

UNHCR refugee camp tents and refugee children

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How blockchain technology is making humanitarian cash transfers faster and safer

This content was published on Jan 24, 2025 A blockchain pilot project in Ukraine shows that cash aid payments can arrive faster and more efficiently thanks to modern technology.

Swiss diplomacy

How Switzerland is managing foreign aid at a time of global upheaval

Switzerland, like other rich nations, is grappling with a shrinking foreign aid budget, as the war in Ukraine forces a reset in its priorities.

Foreign Affairs

Switzerland caught between EU and US on global corporate tax deal

This content was published on Jan 23, 2025 Swiss President Karin Keller-Sutter told the media that Switzerland is under pressure amid rising EU and US tensions.

Foreign Affairs

Switzerland signs trade deal with Thailand

This content was published on Jan 23, 2025 Switzerland, as a member of the European Free Trade Association (EFTA), signed a free trade agreement with Thailand during WEF.

Foreign Affairs

Swiss foreign minister says no immediate plan to ease Syria sanctions

This content was published on Jan 23, 2025 Swiss foreign minister Ignazio Cassis met the de facto foreign minister of Syria at the WEF in Davos on Wednesday.

Thailand has been added to the growing list of EFTA FTAs.

Swiss diplomacy

Switzerland expands free trade network despite doubts

This content was published on Jan 23, 2025 Switzerland is taking its tally of free trade agreements up to 37 with new economic deals being signed with Thailand and Kosovo.

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