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Switzerland UN @swiss-un.bsky.social · 22h

🇨🇭 commends the Office of Internal Oversight Services & Independent Audit Advisory Committee for their reports on #UN80 & reiterates that efficiency & oversight are mutually reinforcing. 🇨🇭 stresses that UN80 can only succeed if reform, risk management & oversight advance together.

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Switzerland UN @swiss-un.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

Start of the #UNGA81 6th Committee on legal matters, where 🇨🇭 seeks to: - Strengthen respect for international humanitarian law - Ensure accountability for atrocity crimes - Support legal institutions, including the ICJ, the ICC & the Geneva-based International Law Commission

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Switzerland UN @swiss-un.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

🇨🇭 is ready to begin #UNGA5C negotiations. Our main priorities: - Regular budget, including consolidation through Common Administrative Platforms - Resident Coordinator System financing for UN agencies at country level - UN oversight strengthening - Renovation of the Palais des Nations in Geneva

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Switzerland UN @swiss-un.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

As #UNGA2C begins,🇨🇭calls for recommitment to dialogue & pursuing consensus & efficiency in the context of #UN80 reform. In negotiations,🇨🇭will support principles of #2030Agenda & particularly strong language around environment, climate, water, food systems, gender & #AIGovernance.

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Switzerland UN @swiss-un.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Yesterday, 🇨🇭, the UN Scientific Advisory Board & GESDA Global hosted a panel on scientific & technological developments expected to shape the next 5-25 yrs, drawing on findings from the forthcoming GESDA #ScienceBreakthroughRadar. Thanks to all panelists & participants for a fascinating exchange!

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Switzerland UN @swiss-un.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

This week, our 🇨🇭 #5C team hosted an in-depth briefing on 5C & budgetary matters for Permanent Representatives & delegates to prepare for the upcoming session. Thanks to participants for taking part in these exchanges. We look forward to continuing this dialogue in the months ahead.

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Switzerland UN @swiss-un.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Start of the #UNGA81 3rd Committee, where 🇨🇭 will: ⚖️Work towards a moratorium on the use of the death penalty 🗣️Protect fundamental freedoms & civic space, online & offline 🏛️Defend accountability mechanisms to ensure justice for all 🏳️‍🌈Promote rights of all people

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Switzerland UN @swiss-un.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

🇨🇭 commends France for steering the #UNSC through a busy September & their focus on: - The impact of AI on international security - Peace & Security in the Middle East, Haiti, Ukraine, Afghanistan, the Horn, Sudan & DRC - UNHCR briefing - 2 straw-polls for SG selection process

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Switzerland UN @swiss-un.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Protecting children from explosive weapons |🇨🇭 stressed: obligations under int'l humanitarian law apply regardless of technology used. Tech advances must strengthen, not weaken, civilian protection. Prevention, respect for intl‘ law & accountability are non-negotiable. #HLW2026

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Switzerland UN @swiss-un.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

At #HLW2026 side event “Beyond Criminalization”, BAG/OFSP/UFSP Director Anne Lévy shared how🇨🇭’s four-pillar approach helps reduce drug-related harms while promoting health, human rights & social integration. #DrugPolicy #HarmReduction

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Switzerland UN @swiss-un.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

High-Level Meeting on addressing #SeaLevelRise threats |🇨🇭stressed that climate mitigation & keeping the 1.5°C goal within reach remain our first line of defense. 🇨🇭also highlighted the importance of resilience & shifting from reaction to anticipation based on local needs & priorities.

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Switzerland UN @swiss-un.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

#HLW event on AI, Human Rights & Atrocity Prevention |🇨🇭, as 2026 Chair of #FreedomOnlineCoalition, recalled that AI tools can strengthen prevention and anticipation. 🇨🇭is proud to host the 2027 #AISummit in GVA & is committed to inclusive & int‘l law compliant #AIGovernance.

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Switzerland UN @swiss-un.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Middle East. 🇨🇭 reaffirmed its commitment to a just and lasting peace based on the two-State solution at the Global Alliance for the Implementation of the Two-State Solution, as well as at the Ad Hoc Liaison Committee ministerial meetings.

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Switzerland UN @swiss-un.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Switzerland stands firmly behind the International Criminal Court and its mandate to ensure accountability for “atrocities that deeply shock the conscience of humanity”. 🇨🇭 rejects threats or measures against the #ICC, supports its resilience, and calls for wider ratification of the Rome Statute.

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Switzerland UN @swiss-un.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Marking 10yrs of the #WPSFocalPointsNetwork, 🇨🇭reaffirmed: Women, Peace & Security agenda must be embedded across foreign policy, mediation & peacebuilding. Commitments must be backed by resources for women’s organizations. #WPS is not an add-on to security, it is essential to it.

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Switzerland UN @swiss-un.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

At the Education Cannot Wait Steering Group,🇨🇭reaffirmed its commitment to ECW's goal of mobilizing $600m to support 10m children affected by crises. 🇨🇭calls on all stakeholders to make ambitious pledges ahead of the ECW Replenishment Conference in Geneva this November. #HopeStartsHere

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Switzerland UN @swiss-un.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

President of the 🇨🇭 Confederation Guy Parmelin thanked #UNSG António Guterres for his dedication & stressed the importance of #InternationalGeneva as a hub for multilateral diplomacy, humanitarian action & human rights on the opening day of #HighLevelWeek2026.

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Switzerland UN @swiss-un.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

🇨🇭 welcomes the convening of the World Conference on Countering #HateSpeech. Tackling discrimination, incitement to hatred & violence while safeguarding #FreedomOfExpression is key for us. We call for the full & effective implementation of the #RabatPlanOfAction, online & offline.

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Switzerland UN @swiss-un.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Alongside fellow #WPS Group of Friends members,🇨🇭stands in solidarity with Afghan women & girls. We condemn the Taliban’s systematic oppression & discrimination, call for an end to restrictions on basic human rights & fundamental freedoms, and urge genuine dialogue with the international community.

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Switzerland UN @swiss-un.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

At the UN Women Executive Board,🇨🇭delivered a joint statement commending the Joint Inspection Unit’s work & welcoming proposals to: - develop a Delegates’ Handbook - strengthen oversight & independence - review Board working methods - establish common terms of reference & orientation standards

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Switzerland UN @swiss-un.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

Today marks the opening of #UNGA81. This session comes at an important moment for the UN, with the upcoming election of a new #UNSG. Switzerland is ready & motivated to constructively work with fellow Member States. We wish PGA Khalilur Rahman, every success as he assumes his new role.

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Switzerland UN @swiss-un.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

At the UNICEF Executive Board,🇨🇭encouraged UNICEF to continue its engagement with Member States through structured funding dialogues & linking funding to concrete results. 🇨🇭also reiterates the central role of the Executive Board in the #UN80 Initiative.

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Switzerland UN @swiss-un.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

Amb. Grütter met w/ USG & Special Envoy for Digital & Emerging Tech Amandeep Gill. They discussed the results of the 2026 Geneva #DigitalWeek & Geneva’s role as global hub for digital governance ahead of the 2027 World AI Summit.

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Switzerland UN @swiss-un.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

Inspiring exchange with Swiss Junior Professional Officers serving across various UN entities in NY - a tangible contribution to effective multilateralism. Thank you for your valuable work!

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Switzerland UN @swiss-un.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

GA Debate Ukraine | 🇨🇭 called: - on 🇷🇺 to respect 🇺🇦’s sovereignty & territorial integrity - for unimpeded access for monitoring & humanitarian aid - on all parties to respect #IHL & human rights, esp. principles of distinction, proportionality & precaution - on 🇷🇺 to withdraw troops & accept ceasefire

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Switzerland UN @swiss-un.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

Yesterday, Ambassador Frank Grütter met with IOM UN Office Director Pär Liljert for the first time to exchange on common priorities such as the ongoing #UN80 reform processes.

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Switzerland UN @swiss-un.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

UNSC OD | 🇨🇭 called on the UNSC to address conflict-related food insecurity more effectively through: • Better use of early warning info • Preserving humanitarian space & ensuring respect for int’l humanitarian law • Ensuring IHL violations are investigated & perpetrators prosecuted

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Switzerland UN @swiss-un.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

At the UNDP, UNFPA & UNOPS Board,🇨🇭on behalf of a group of countries advocated for UN entities to strengthen oversight, transparency & effectiveness. Member States in return must also fulfill their responsibilities.🇨🇭welcomes actions proposed by JIU working group to support this effort.

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Switzerland UN @swiss-un.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

At today’s Stakeout marking 5yrs since the Taliban takeover of Afghanistan,🇨🇭joined a cross-regional group of Member States calling on the Taliban to restore women’s & girls’ rights, strengthen counterterrorism efforts, protect civic space & engage constructively through #DohaProcess

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Switzerland UN @swiss-un.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

Arria Formula |🇨🇭condemned Russia’s war against Ukraine & urged parties to: - Respect #IHL - Protect & treat POWs & detainees humanely - Give the ICRC full access Peace based on the UN Charter & Helsinki principles is the best way to protect civilians. As #OSCE Chair,🇨🇭is committed to this goal.

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Switzerland UN @swiss-un.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

#UNSC | Middle East:🇨🇭underlined necessity of working towards a 2-state solution based on int’l law, res. 2334, 2803 & NY declaration.🇨🇭called on USA and IRN to pursue the MoU and discussions held during Lake Lucerne Summit & expressed solidarity with Golf states affected & JOR.

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Switzerland UN @swiss-un.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

Amb. Grütter met today with USG for Legal Affairs Elinor Hammarskjöld to discuss how to uphold & implement international law, including: - Ensuring accountability for international law violations - Protecting humanitarian & UN personnel - The role & responsibilities of host states, including🇨🇭

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Switzerland UN @swiss-un.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

Switzerland welcomes today’s adoption of the ECOSOC/HLPF review, which will contribute to strengthening the #HLPF and the #ECOSOC cycle, the essence of sustainable development & the #2030Agenda in the context of #UN80 reforms.

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Switzerland UN @swiss-un.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

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.

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Switzerland UN @swiss-un.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

Int’l law, including #IHL, must be firmly anchored in the work of the new Global Mechanism on cybersecurity. At yesterday’s 1st substantive plenary,🇨🇭delivered a joint statement on behalf of a cross-regional group of 35 States, proposing several concrete areas for discussion.

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Switzerland UN @swiss-un.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

Clarifying the fate of missing persons in 🇸🇾 is essential for a lasting peace.🇨🇭 welcomes the progress achieved by the #IIMP and encourages deeper cooperation w/ the Nat’l Commission for Missing Persons, relevant authorities, specialized int’l institutions & civil society orgs.

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Switzerland UN @swiss-un.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

We welcome the consensus adoption of the Operational Activities for Development (OAS) res. facilitated by🇨🇭. We look forward to continuing to work with Member States on the coordination, guidance, and reform of the United Nations development system.

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Switzerland UN @swiss-un.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

At yesterday’s UNSC Arria-formula meeting on missing persons in🇸🇾,🇨🇭spoke on behalf of members of the #GlobalAllianceForTheMissing and stressed 3 priorities: inclusivity & non-discrimination, scientific rigor in investigations, and sustained political will.

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Switzerland UN @swiss-un.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

🇨🇭welcomes the adoption of the #HLPF2026 Ministerial Declaration under the auspices of ECOSOC and continues to support the implementation of the #2030Agenda & advancement of the #SDGs.

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Switzerland UN @swiss-un.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

At the #HLPF2026 General Debate, Switzerland advocated for a stronger localization of the Sustainable Development Goals, the identification of high-impact levers that can improve implementation of the 2030 Agenda, and an effective multilateralism.

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Switzerland UN @swiss-un.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

At #HLPF2026 event on advancing youth leadership & participation in #SDG acceleration,🇨🇭spoke about building our country’s 1st youth council for the Agenda 2030, which brings together a diverse group of 16-28 year olds to advise the🇨🇭government on sustainable development.

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Switzerland UN @swiss-un.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

#HLPF2026 | Yesterday, 🇨🇭 presented its Voluntary National Review (VNR) on the #2030Agenda. Our delegation underscored that sustainable development is a shared responsibility across all levels of government, sectors & society and that a multi-stakeholder approach is crucial.

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Switzerland UN @swiss-un.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

Rapid urbanization brings development & innovation, but also challenges. 🇨🇭&🇧🇷 hosted an #HLPF event on #SDG11 (Sustainable Cities & Communities) to discuss providing affordable housing through an integrated approach that promotes both socioeconomic inclusion & sustainability.

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Switzerland UN @swiss-un.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

At #HLPF event on #SDG9 (Industry, Innovation & Infrastructure), 🇨🇭 highlighted that true sustainability means growth must not come at the expense of people/nature. 🇨🇭 continues to support initiatives that help develop just solutions for sustainable development & poverty reduction.

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Switzerland UN @swiss-un.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

🇨🇭was represented by VP of Cantonal Police Conferences Col. Monica Bonfanti at #UNCOPS Chiefs of Police Summit today & emphasized that a return to lasting peace requires: -Cross-border cooperation -Rebuilding trust between populations & institutions -Strengthening the rule of law

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Switzerland UN @swiss-un.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

At UN Security Council Open Debate on conflict-related sexual violence,🇨🇭emphasized:  - Respect for international law is crucial; need to fight impunity - Survivors must remain at the center - Support to the UN’s Special Representative

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Switzerland UN @swiss-un.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

At #HLPF event on Financing Water for People, Food & the Planet at Scale,🇨🇭 affirmed its support for country-led Water Compacts combining reforms, institutions & investments. We must now ensure these investments improve access to💧& sanitation for all, in urban & rural areas.

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Switzerland UN @swiss-un.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

Today,🇨🇭presented its progress on #SDG7 (Affordable & Clean Energy) at HLPF, noting that since 2000, per-capita energy consumption has been reduced by 43% & renewable energy now covers nearly 1/3 of final consumption. 🇨🇭remains committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050.

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Switzerland UN @swiss-un.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

At the annual Responsibility to Protect (#R2P) debate,🇨🇭called for robust early warning and prevention measures, accountability for crimes committed, restraint in veto use & human oversight of emerging tech. Our response must be collective, decisive & grounded in int’l law.

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Switzerland UN @swiss-un.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

Bilateral meeting today between lnt’l Peace Institute President Zeid Ra'ad Al Hussein and Amb. Grütter, discussing cooperation between🇨🇭& IPI as well as the state of multilateralism and the dynamics at the UN.

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