MD Geneva | Konrad-Adenauer-Foundation

Official Twitter Account of the #MultilateralDialogue Geneva of the Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung. Trade, Global Health, Migration, Human Rights, Multilateralism.

[MD Geneva | Konrad-Adenauer-Foundation @KasGeneva]

Important debates on #humanrights & #AI during the @AIforGood Summit, i.a. with @volker_turk & @mariaressa asking why we don't make the Universal Declaration for Human Rights our aspiration for every AI tool that is being developed - right from the beginning?
@UNHumanRights

[MD Geneva | Konrad-Adenauer-Foundation @KasGeneva]

Evidence as a cornerstone of #AIGovernance🌐. The first-of-its kind independent scientific assessment of AI's capabilities, opportunities & risks is now out!👉 https://t.co/v7rdNlrZ8J. It is a critical foundation for informed, multilateral-decision making. #AIDialogue #AIforGood

[UN Office for Digital and Emerging Technologies @ODET_UN]

This week the Independent International Scientific Panel on AI presented its Preliminary Report at the inaugural Global Dialogue on AI Governance, and met Member States and stakeholders on the sidelines to put the science in decision-makers' hands.

Read: https://t.co/Ue15ZjrLy8

[MD Geneva | Konrad-Adenauer-Foundation @KasGeneva]

Last week, our @KAS scholarship holders explored the inner workings of multilateralism. Amid unprecedented pressures, they discussed with UN agencies, IOs, NGOs & missions how new alliances could advance HRs, humanitarian action & peace. Thanks for all the enriching conversations

[MD Geneva | Konrad-Adenauer-Foundation @KasGeneva]

This year's #WorldRefugeeDay reminds us of the need for solidarity at a time when conflicts and needs are on the rise while funding is falling short. Although nearly 118 mio. people were forcibly displaced at the end of 2025, the #UNHCR only received 29% of the required funds.

[MD Geneva | Konrad-Adenauer-Foundation @KasGeneva]

Navigating turbulent times requires innovative ways of diplomacy & political dialogue. Hence, we are grateful to @OHCHRPartners, @Refugees, @ICRC, @WHO, @DiplomacyEdu, @UNCTAD, @UNIDIR & @hdcentre for sharing their insights with our young diplomats from @MEDAC_Malta. @KASpoldimed

[MD Geneva | Konrad-Adenauer-Foundation @KasGeneva]

🇨🇭 #Switzerland votes this Sunday on the SVP's 10-million initiative: a proposal to cap population growth and put the brakes on immigration, including free movement with the #EU.
Context, stakes and historical background in our latest Geneva Telegram 👉https://t.co/XZfJGKG6z0

[MD Geneva | Konrad-Adenauer-Foundation @KasGeneva]

In a time where universal principles are being tested around the world, the #GlobalAllianceForHumanRights seeks to bring forth the transformative side of human rights. Launched today, it brings people from various sectors together to advance #HumanRights.👉https://t.co/zaA2zQGstt

[UN Human Rights Partners @OHCHRPartners]

No single actor can do it alone 🌍

The #GlobalAllianceForHumanRights brings people together to advance #HumanRights worldwide. This is our moment.

#ImagineDialogueAct

📢 https://t.co/zaFaWIm8Xf

[MD Geneva | Konrad-Adenauer-Foundation @KasGeneva]

On the margins of #COSP19, together with @kas_ny & @URGthinktank, we launched our latest report on disability rights in New York. We are grateful for a fruitful discussion with @Cfuentesjulio, ASG for @UNHumanRights, Jürgen Dusel, #OPDs, civil society, Member States & UN agencies

[MD Geneva | Konrad-Adenauer-Foundation @KasGeneva]

✨Out now: Ensuring Dignity and Realising Rights, Measuring the Impact of the United Nations Human Rights System on the enjoyment of the Rights of Persons with Disabilities

👉Take a look at our latest KAS-URG report here: https://t.co/VUQrqbxm1g

#disabilityrights, @KASonline

[MD Geneva | Konrad-Adenauer-Foundation @KasGeneva]

On the eve of #GAAD, we launched our report on the rights of persons with #disabilities & the engagement of the #UN #humanrights system on this. We clearly need to move from commitments to their implementation, backed by stronger monitoring & follow-up! https://t.co/VUQrqbxm1g

[MD Geneva | Konrad-Adenauer-Foundation @KasGeneva]

The WTO General Council meets 6–7 May, with an agenda shaped by unfinished business from #MC14 in Yaoundé.
📄 Our latest #GenevaTelegram explains what was agreed—and what comes next.

👉https://t.co/g4NlDEaSK6

[MD Geneva | Konrad-Adenauer-Foundation @KasGeneva]

Join the 13th #AdenauerConference on "Germany’s Role in International Politics, A World in Turmoil: Europe’s Moment"🇪🇺with Foreign Minister @JoWadephul

📅 Date: May 6, 2026
🕑 Time: 2pm
📽️ Live via: https://t.co/kxirhO4940

@KASonline

[MD Geneva | Konrad-Adenauer-Foundation @KasGeneva]

WHO Member States are reconvening in #Geneva for resumed #IGWG6 talks on the #PABS Annex to the #WHO #PandemicAgreement 🦠

Our latest Geneva Telegram assesses the state of negotiations and situates the main lines of political contention 👇https://t.co/X5738o7FiM

[MD Geneva | Konrad-Adenauer-Foundation @KasGeneva]

On the Int’l Day of #Multilateralism & #DiplomacyForPeace, we draw your attention to the UN80 reform process.

Last month, UNGA adopted a landmark resolution on creating, implementing & reviewing UN mandates—a key #UN80 milestone.

🗺️ See how Member States voted 👇

[MD Geneva | Konrad-Adenauer-Foundation @KasGeneva]

🌍 At the One Health Summit in Lyon, #AMR is a key priority. Our Map of the Month shows the latest trends in prevalence of AMR across @WHO regions. 🧬💊 #OneHealth #GlobalHealth https://t.co/thlYD5bn6m

[MD Geneva | Konrad-Adenauer-Foundation @KasGeneva]

🌍 Today’s #WorldHealthDay 2026 theme is Together for Health. Stand with Science. For us, this means supporting a strong @WHO and the institutions and norms that keep global health grounded in scientific evidence, coordination and multilateral cooperation.

[MD Geneva | Konrad-Adenauer-Foundation @KasGeneva]

As trade ministers are gathering for the 14th @wto Ministerial Conference, #MC14 in Yaoundé, Cameroon, our Map of the Month March illustrates some of the draft ministerial declarations and proposals on #ECommerce. #WTOMC14👇 https://t.co/skW6BmRdMU

[MD Geneva | Konrad-Adenauer-Foundation @KasGeneva]

Join the European Latin America Forum 2026, co-organised by KAS Geneva, FH Graubünden and connosco e.V. on 19 March at 15:00 (CET) on “Advancing Multilateral (Economic) Collaboration between Europe and Latin America in a Shifting Global Order” Register via https://t.co/GaVc6cgv1o

[MD Geneva | Konrad-Adenauer-Foundation @KasGeneva]

In mid-February, the #IGWG of @WHO member states convened for its 5th meeting on the #PABS Annex to the #PandemicAgreement. It exposed divergent views on how it should be advanced within a narrowing political window. Our latest Geneva Telegram has more👇 https://t.co/wXFAEoFO1w

[MD Geneva | Konrad-Adenauer-Foundation @KasGeneva]

#HRC61 just opened! It comes at a time when the international #humanrights system is under particular pressure, also due to the worsening financial crisis. Our maps draw attention to the financial situation of @UNHumanRights & look back at #SS39 on #Iran and on votings in 2025.