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Drafting women into the army the Norwegian way

This content was published on Jun 15, 2022 What can Switzerland learn from Norway, the country that inspired the gender-neutral conscription model currently under review?

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This content was published on Jun 14, 2022 Some 100 million people worldwide have been forcibly displaced. Think about that – it’s more than ten times the population of Switzerland.

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A world between war and normality

This content was published on Jun 14, 2022 A Ukrainian family delights in the Alps, Switzerland tries to solve its energy problems and the Swiss president sets an ambitious goal.

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Refugee crises: has Ukraine changed perceptions?

This content was published on Jun 14, 2022 Europe has shown a big welcome to refugees from Ukraine. The Inside Geneva podcast asks whether this generosity will be extended to others.

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Beleaguered UN human rights chief will not seek second term

This content was published on Jun 13, 2022 The United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights, Michelle Bachelet, will not seek re-election for another term.

What’s your take on gender-neutral conscription?

Is Switzerland ready to draft women into the army alongside men? Or should the country first address other areas where gender inequality persists?

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Human Rights Council meets again after Russia was kicked off

This content was published on Jun 13, 2022 The UN Human Rights Council begins meeting in Geneva on Monday with a range of country reports and issues on its packed schedule.

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WTO ‘must live up to its importance’, says Swiss minister

This content was published on Jun 12, 2022 The WTO serves to secure peace, prosperity and a sustainable economy, said Economics Minister Guy Parmelin.

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World Trade Organization: a long history

This content was published on Jun 11, 2022 Past World Trade Organization (WTO) Ministerial Conferences in Geneva.

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