Switzerland withdraws from democracy support in Bangladesh
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Promoting democracy around the world is one of Switzerland’s goals, but at the same time the funds for such efforts are dwindling.
Elderly Swiss-Tunisian man held in prison in Tunisia
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An 81-year-old Swiss-Tunisian dual national is being held in a Tunisian prison. The former manager of the UN refugee agency UNHCR was arrested a year ago, according to Amnesty International.
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The World Health Organization (WHO) boss, Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, says the Geneva-based UN agency has revised down its budget to $4.2 billion (CHF3.5 billion) for 2026-2027.
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Switzerland plans to give an additional $80 million (CHF67 million) for the 2025-2028 period to the World Health Organization (WHO), which is facing financial difficulties.
How a Swiss fund helps Global South artists connect with rest of the world
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SWI swissinfo.ch speaks to Ghanaian artist Ibrahim Mahama as cuts to Switzerland's cultural development assistance budget looms.
Cultural aid cuts deal blow to Global South creatives – and Swiss diplomacy
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Switzerland is among many countries slashing foreign aid, including funding for the arts. Cultural institutions argue these cuts hurt artists – and donors' national interests.
Kosovo president to make first state visit to Switzerland
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Kosovo President Vjosa Osmani Sadriu is coming to Switzerland on a state visit at the invitation of the federal government.
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