Geopolitics

Swiss fuel shortage ‘very likely’, warns trading expert

Swiss traders warn of a heightened risk of fuel shortages

This content was published on May 4, 2026 "Very high" risk of fuel shortages in Switzerland, says Swiss commodities trade association, Suissenégoce.

WHO: 10,000 attacks on clinics and aid workers in ten years

War & peace

UN warns of rising number of attacks on health clinics

This content was published on May 3, 2026 WHO reports rising attacks on health clinics and staff, urging action to protect healthcare in conflict zones.

Confederation evaluates alternative air defence systems

War & peace

Swiss government evaluates alternative air-defence systems

This content was published on May 3, 2026 Switzerland explores new air-defence options from Europe and Asia to boost national security.

International Geneva

A weekend of events in Geneva to celebrate the Red Cross

This content was published on May 2, 2026 Geneva hosts events for World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day, offering the public insight into humanitarian aid through talks, visits and a red-lit Jet d'Eau.

Nearly 3,000 people in the May Day procession in Geneva

International Geneva

Nearly 3,000 people join May Day procession in Geneva

This content was published on May 2, 2026 In Geneva, nearly 3,000 people took part in the May Day procession called by the unions on Friday afternoon. Opposition to the G7 summit, to be held in Evian (France) in June, was clearly visible in the march, in addition to the traditional demands linked to the defence of working conditions.

Sharing viruses and vaccines: WHO negotiations extended by a year

International Geneva

WHO talks on sharing viruses and vaccines extended by one year

This content was published on May 2, 2026 World Health Organization members failed to agree on sharing viruses and vaccines in pandemics, extending Geneva talks by one year.

International Geneva

NGOs decry Swiss inaction over Chinese repression

This content was published on May 2, 2026 For the first time last year, the Swiss government acknowledged repression against Tibetan and Uyghur communities based in Switzerland. NGOs say victims of China’s long arm are still waiting for meaningful protection.

Switzerland-Iran, Cassis speaks with Foreign Minister Araghchi

Foreign Affairs

Swiss foreign minister speaks with Iranian counterpart

This content was published on May 1, 2026 Swiss foreign minister has telephone call with Iranian counterpart.

Energy transition

Colombia summit marks ‘historic’ step toward phase-out of fossil fuels

This content was published on May 1, 2026 Representatives from nearly 60 countries met in Colombia to discuss a global shift away from fossil fuels, a move Switzerland’s environment ambassador described as a positive step forward.

International cooperation

What are development banks and what do they do?

This content was published on May 1, 2026 Development banks are becoming increasingly important in light of cuts to foreign aid by Western countries such as the US and Switzerland. But what do they achieve for the Global South?

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