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Nearly 3,000 people join May Day procession in Geneva

Nearly 3,000 people in the 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

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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.

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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

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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?

How can governments balance safety and the right to protest at the G7?

The G7 summit to be held next June in France is causing security headaches for neighbouring Switzerland. Should authorities ban protests in Geneva and close the border with France?

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Humanitarian aid

ICRC president urges respect for humanitarian law in Iran

This content was published on Apr 30, 2026 ICRC urges respect for humanitarian law in Iran to prevent catastrophe.

Energy transition

How the war in Iran is affecting Swiss consumers

This content was published on Apr 30, 2026 Two months of war in Iran have sent shockwaves through global energy markets and economies. Switzerland has so far escaped the worst – but the fallout is starting to be felt.

Crans-Montana: Italy wants to act as civil plaintiff

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Italy seeks compensation from Switzerland in Crans-Montana fire tragedy

This content was published on Apr 30, 2026 Italy demands compensation from Switzerland over Crans-Montana fire deaths.

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