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Marking the 75th anniversary of the 1951 Refugee Convention in Geneva, Swiss officials have called for the international community to uphold and protect the right to asylum. The event was bolstered by a celebrity-backed 'pledge' to support refugee inclusion, launched by figures including Swiss-American opera singer Barbara Hendricks.
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International Relations
As the UN Human Rights Council convenes in Geneva for a session marking its 20th anniversary, Secretary-General António Guterres delivered a stark warning about the global erosion of human rights, urging member states to refocus efforts amid rising geopolitical and financial pressures.
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UN
United Nations human rights experts have expressed alarm over ETH Zurich's decision to pursue criminal prosecution against students for trespassing during a protest, raising concerns over the criminalization of fundamental freedoms in Switzerland.
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Politics
A successful popular initiative, backed by over 135,000 signatures, will trigger a nationwide referendum on whether Switzerland should formally accede to the UN Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons, challenging the country's current stance.
Le News
international affairs
Human Rights Council establishes independent mechanism to investigate alleged violations in Afghanistan, focusing on Taliban restrictions on women's rights.
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environment
Switzerland takes leading role at UN Plastics Conference in Geneva, calling for binding international agreement to combat plastic pollution
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environment
UNCTAD report reveals discriminatory tariff system favoring plastics over eco-friendly alternatives, with Swiss-based organization pushing for international reform.
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international relations
Geneva-based Human Rights Council announces suspension of various 2025-2026 activities due to UN cash flow problems, affecting multiple investigation reports.
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international affairs
Geneva-based UN Human Rights Council announces suspension of multiple activities for 2025-2026 due to severe funding shortages, impacting global human rights monitoring
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humanitarian
Major funding boost for UNICEF, UN Women, and UN Population Fund showcases Swiss humanitarian commitment
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international aid
Government reduces United Nations development contributions following parliamentary budget decisions.
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international relations
UN employees in Geneva face controversial new requirements from the Trump administration, highlighting tensions between international organizations and US policy.
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humanitarian
Geneva-based UN officials document over 100 civilian executions in western Syria, calling for urgent international investigation amid rising sectarian violence.
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politics
Swiss foreign minister addresses growing concerns about international disengagement from UN human rights body amid global tensions.
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diplomacy
State Secretary Christine Schraner Burgener launches bid to become next UN High Commissioner for Refugees
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politics
House of Representatives votes against adopting UN Global Compact on Migration despite its non-binding nature, citing concerns over equal treatment of regular and irregular migrants.
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