Geopolitics

Can war crimes be committed against animals?

This content was published on May 19, 2021 More than 200 global species, including iconic gorillas, elephants and antelope, have become endangered by wars, conflicts and military exercises.

Foreign Affairs

Swiss consider permanent mission to the Vatican

This content was published on May 18, 2021 The Swiss foreign ministry is examining the possibility of a permanent Swiss diplomatic representation at the Vatican.

International Geneva

Switzerland pledges CHF8 million for Rohingya refugees

This content was published on May 18, 2021 The Swiss contribution was made at a donor conference organised by the United Nations in Geneva on Tuesday, which hopes to raise almost $1 billion.

International Geneva

Seeking common ground to battle future pandemics

This content was published on May 18, 2021 The 194 members of the WHO will soon meet for the annual World Health Assembly. What could be more important in this pandemic year?

International Geneva

Why we agree to disagree on global health crises

This content was published on May 18, 2021 Healthcare: we all want it, we all say everyone else should have it too, but my goodness we disagree on how that can be achieved.

International Geneva

Have lessons been learned from science on climate effects?

This content was published on May 17, 2021 There's a clear link between diseases, land use and climate change. But how will this affect policy?

Foreign Affairs

Pro-Palestine rally in Geneva draws 300 supporters

This content was published on May 15, 2021 Around 300 people gathered in Geneva on Saturday as clashes between the Israeli army and the Hamas intensify.

Opinion

International Geneva

A new pandemic treaty needs to be powerful not only on paper

This content was published on May 15, 2021 A new pandemic treaty could help countries around the world deal with future crises more effectively and fairly, argues the IFRC secretary general.

Foreign Affairs

Swiss torture expert slams Colombia police violence

This content was published on May 14, 2021 UN special rapporteur against torture, Nils Melzer, has condemned the "violent repression" of demonstrations in Colombia.

Foreign Affairs

Swiss call for end to violence in Middle East

This content was published on May 13, 2021 Switzerland’s foreign minister has called for the violence in the Middle East to stop immediately.

Geopolitics

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