#Coffee -a major global commodity- is also part of Geneva’s work for the world
@ICOCoffeeOrg address with governments, private sector & civil society major challenges as poverty, #HumanRights concerns, #climate change, and growing demands for sustainability and transparency
"Those who risk their lives to help others must be protected: effectively and systematically."
At #UNGA81, Federal Councillor @ignaziocassis reaffirmed🇨🇭support and concrete action for the Protection of Humanitarian Personnel. #Res2730
Full speech: https://t.co/BruaNF3Td4
UNSC OD | In an international context marked by conflict proliferation & erosion of trust, the #UNSC is too often called to act only after violence has erupted.
🇨🇭actively supports the UNSG’s mandate to offer good offices & continues to make #Geneva available for peace talks.
#5C: Historic decision with adopting new credit return methodology to tackle @UN’s liquidity crisis. A privilege for🇨🇭to coordinate this collective achievement.
Paying in full, on time & without conditions remains every member state‘s responsibility.
At🇨🇭hosted #PeacebuildingWeek panel, participants explored the importance of connecting civil soc, researchers & regional actors across hubs like NY, Geneva & Addis Ababa to enable inclusive, effective & impactful peacebuilding
@ipinst@Interpeace_Org & GVA Peacebuilding Platform
#Switzerland 🇨🇭 has officially assumed the Co-Chair of the @ICRC Donor Support Group, taking over from the United Kingdom 🇬🇧
Together, we look forward to supporting the ICRC’s #humanitarian mission, strengthening donor dialogue & protection for people affected by armed conflict.
🇨🇭 is honored to launch joint commitments with 86 delegations to:
- place the #PoC agenda as a core political priority across the @UN system
- support ongoing reforms to strengthen, not weaken protection outcomes for civilians
- prioritize PoC in times of financial constraints
🇨🇭 joins the statement on behalf of 41 signatories, expressing deep concern about the increase in executions worldwide & the resumption of the #DeathPenalty in some States. Together, we call for universal abolition. There can be no justice that kills.
In the first busy weeks in his new role as Permanent Representative of🇨🇭, Amb. Frank Grütter took the time to lay out our country’s priorities within the UN system.
🇨🇭remains committed to strong & effective multilateralism grounded in int'l law and principles of the UN Charter.
🇨🇭🇺🇳Ambassador Frank Grütter started his assignment as Switzerland’s Permanent Representative to the @UN in NY and presented his credentials to SG @antonioguterres.
Amb. Grütter will be working together with all stakeholders across the 3 pillars towards a focused & effective UN!
It has been 10 years since the adoption of UNSC #Res2286 for the protection of medical & humanitarian personnel.
The number of attacks on them remains alarming &🇨🇭calls for an urgent strengthening of political commitment towards collective action.
#Lebanon | Protecting humanitarian workers is essential.
#Switzerland has joined 🇦🇺🇧🇷🇨🇴🇮🇩🇯🇴🇸🇱🇬🇧 in a joint statement (https://t.co/javHrSVy8l) on the protection of aid workers in 🇱🇧.
The high number of civilian casualties reported yesterday underscores the urgent need to protect civilians and humanitarian personnel, and to respect #IHL in all circumstances. #Deescalation and #dialogue are urgently needed.
Today, the #UNGA adopted a landmark resolution to reform the design, implementation & review of mandates, as part of the #UN80 reform initiative.
🇨🇭warmly welcomes this significant step towards a more efficient UN & congratulates @NZUN@JaMissionUN & @UN_PGA for their leadership.
Strengthening #InternationalGeneva:
The Swiss government will continue to support four UN organisations working towards sustainable development. For 2026-2028, it has allocated CHF 70 million per year for @UNDP, @UNFPA, @UNICEF & @UN_Women: https://t.co/dA9WJ1Da0x @SwissMFA
Switzerland is a vital partner for principled, life-saving humanitarian action and a strong ally for the Humanitarian Reset.
We need more donors to step up with urgency and solidarity so we can reach more people and save as many lives as possible.
@SwissMFA@DStillhart
As🇨🇭ended its Chairpersonship of the UN Statistical Commission, we hosted a handover reception to🇲🇽, reflecting on a year of strengthening global data cooperation, driving innovation & championing inclusive, sustainable stats.
As🌍challenges grow, trusted data must lead the way.
#Iran | #Switzerland is deeply alarmed by today’s strikes by the United States and Israel against Iran.
🇨🇭calls for full respect of international law, including the #UNCharter and #IHL. We urge all parties to exercise maximum restraint, protect civilians and civilian infrastructure.
The Swiss Embassy remains operational. Our good offices remain at the disposal of the parties involved.
I have always believed the United Nations needs to speak in a way everyone can understand.
Engaging with public audiences has never been more vital.
That is why we need venues like the Portail des Nations, the Gateway of Nations. - @antonioguterres
https://t.co/6NOze7kxXg