Geopolitics

Staying in neutral? How Swiss and Irish debates compare

Two soldiers march on a tarmac. One carries a blue UN flag, the other an Irish flag.

This content was published on May 20, 2026 Defence shifts in Europe have put pressure on old policies in Ireland and Switzerland – and sparked heated resistance to any change.

Palestinians queue to receive a meal in Rafah, in the Gaza Strip, on Friday 16 February 2024.

International Geneva

Five charts to explain the world’s food crises

This content was published on May 20, 2026 A new UN report paints a stark picture: hunger is rising and becoming entrenched across many countries. Here’s what you need to know.

Energy transition

Global energy turmoil: how resilient is Switzerland?

This content was published on May 19, 2026 How resilient is Switzerland in an energy crisis? Discover how long its fuel reserves could last – and the risks posed by disruptions in key routes like the Strait of Hormuz.

Patients await transfer from Gaza for treatment in Egypt.

International Geneva

How funding cuts shook up the World Health Organization

This content was published on May 19, 2026 Deep donor funding cuts – led by the US – are forcing the World Health Organization to slash programmes, cut staff and ration global health services.

The Swiss army continues to field test minidrones

Swiss army continues field tests of minidrones

This content was published on May 19, 2026 Swiss army conducts field trials of minidrones for reconnaissance and as precision weapons.

The Strait of Hormuz is key to expectations

Foreign Affairs

Middle East war ‘risks slowing Swiss economy’

This content was published on May 19, 2026 Middle East war, along with soaring oil and gas prices,could slow Swiss economy and accelerate inflation.

Central Swiss cantons reject conversion of S protection status

Swiss cantons object to conversion of asylum status to work permits

This content was published on May 19, 2026 Several Swiss cantons object to converting temporary S protection status into work permits.

The new WHO head will have to face budget cuts and redefine its role.

International Geneva

WHO at strategic crossroads ahead of leadership contest

This content was published on May 19, 2026 The race to lead WHO comes as the UN agency faces budget cuts, internal strains and questions about its role.

Armed neutrality: a Swiss stand at a weapons fair.

Swiss cinema

Comedic documentary dissects Swiss neutrality

This content was published on May 19, 2026 The documentary "En Terrain Neutre" (Neutral Ground) puts the spotlight on Swiss neutrality in a comic road movie that comes as voters weigh enshrining the principle in the Constitution.

Jordan partially denies Switzerland arms control

Trade policy

Jordan rebuffs Swiss arms control inspectors

This content was published on May 19, 2026 Jordan refused to fully cooperate with a Swiss delegation sent to inspect exported weapons.

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