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Explainer: Russia pushes Europe’s neutral states closer to NATO

This content was published on Jul 19, 2023 Switzerland wants to cooperate more closely with NATO. Other neutral nations in Europe are also seeking closer ties with the alliance.

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Why the Black Sea grain deal is so important

This content was published on Jul 18, 2023 Russia is walking away from the Black Sea grain deal. It was a rare case of Moscow and Kyiv working together. Its collapse could deepen food crises.

Ein Weltkarte mit Farbverlauf (oben blau und unten rot) und mit vielen Schweizer-Kreuzen über die ganze Welt verstreut

Swiss position

Switzerland in the world: water for Europe and global security

This content was published on Jul 18, 2023 Switzerland is responsible for some small, but no less astonishing, stories. SWI swissinfo.ch takes a closer look.

Foreign Affairs

End of Black Sea grain deal shouldn’t affect Switzerland, official says

This content was published on Jul 18, 2023 A year-old deal guaranteeing the safe export of Ukrainian grain expired on Monday night, sparking fears of global food supply problems.

A car passes a mine warning sign in Ukraine

Foreign Affairs

Switzerland pledges further Ukraine demining assistance

This content was published on Jul 17, 2023 Switzerland will continue to assist Ukraine with CHF15 million in demining its territory this year.

Foreign Affairs

Macron state visit to follow two years of strained French-Swiss relations

This content was published on Jul 16, 2023 Swiss foreign policy and political circles are welcoming news that French President Emmanuel Macron will visit Switzerland later this year.

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Foreign Affairs

Sri Lanka case against Swiss embassy staffer ends with small fine

This content was published on Jul 15, 2023 A local employee of the Swiss embassy in Sri Lanka accused of making false statements has been fined the equivalent of CHF14 ($16).

Christine Schraner Burgener of the Swiss migration office

Foreign Affairs

Switzerland increases funds to support refugees in Croatia

This content was published on Jul 14, 2023 Switzerland has pledged CHF860,000 to continue its support for a project protecting refugee children and families in Croatia.

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Foreign Affairs

Switzerland urges end to forced marriages at UNHRC

This content was published on Jul 14, 2023 Switzerland co-authors a resolution condemning forced marriages at the United Nations Human Rights Council.

Foreign Affairs

Swiss export controls on dual-use equipment adequate, says auditor

This content was published on Jul 13, 2023 The export of Swiss equipment that can be used for both civilian and military purposes is being properly controlled, say federal auditors.

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