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Human Rights Council vote on China reflects shift in power

This content was published on Oct 20, 2022 Despite the efforts of Western countries and NGOs, the UN body responsible for protecting human rights refused to discuss the situation in Xinjiang.

The MTCR agrees on export rules for ballistic missile technology.

Foreign Affairs

Switzerland replaces Russia as chair of ballistic missile body

This content was published on Oct 19, 2022 Switzerland has taken over from Russia as chair of an international body that sets guidelines for the export of ballistic missiles and military drones.

International Geneva

‘If we stick to our traditional methods, technology outpaces policy’

This content was published on Oct 19, 2022 The new UN tech envoy is working with countries, companies, and NGOs to try to ensure that digital opportunities outweigh risks.

International Geneva

Helping Ukraine: challenges, obstacles, and lessons

This content was published on Oct 18, 2022 Ukraine would like the Red Cross to access its POWs. But it – as other NGOs – are struggling to work efficiently on the ground.

Foreign Affairs

Swiss consider wider EU sanctions on Iran over Amini death

This content was published on Oct 18, 2022 Switzerland is considering whether to adopt the strengthened EU sanctions against Iran following Tehran’s crackdown against demonstrators.

International Geneva

Inside Geneva: helping Ukraine

This content was published on Oct 18, 2022 In this podcast episode, host Imogen Foulkes together with Swiss Solidarity ask: what are the challenges of delivering aid to Ukraine?

International Geneva

Bringing Russian war crimes to justice may take decades, says lawyer

This content was published on Oct 16, 2022 Documenting and punishing Russian war crimes will take time, says Philip Grant, director of Swiss NGO TRIAL International.

Foreign Affairs

Swiss anti-EU groups join forces

This content was published on Oct 15, 2022 Three anti-EU associations merged in Bern on Saturday to form Pro Suisse, the successor to the Action for an Independent and Neutral Switzerland.

demonstration in Switzerland on Saturday

Foreign Affairs

Swiss protests continue against Iranian repression

This content was published on Oct 15, 2022 Hundreds of people have again taken to the streets of Swiss cities in solidarity with Iranians protesting repression in their country.

Foreign Affairs

Ukraine demands Red Cross visit Olenivka prison

This content was published on Oct 14, 2022 Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has pressed the ICRC to conduct a mission to a notorious camp in the Russian-occupied east of the country.

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