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🇨🇭welcomes the Secretary-General‘s #UN80 report on mandate implementation.

A strategic mandate review is key to a UN that delivers more effectively and more efficiently.

Let’s build on what works by leveraging cost-effective & innovative ecosystems. #Geneva.

Congratulations to #Pakistan for steering the Security Council through the month of July.

Switzerland🇨🇭welcomed the #UNSC’s focus on effective multilateralism & peaceful settlement of disputes, UN peace operations and developments in the #MiddleEast.

“I champion gender equality because it is essential for peace, development, and justice.”

As part of our #IGC10Years video series, we are proud to share a message from Ambassador Jürg Lauber, President of the Human Rights Council and Permanent Representative of Switzerland to the UN in Geneva.

Protection of Civilians must remain at the heart of peace operations.

Today, members of the Group of Friends of #ProtectionofCivilians, discussed the need to innovate, adapt & prioritize Protection of Civilians as we shape the peace operations of tomorrow.

UNSC |🇨🇭is deeply dismayed by the human suffering in #Gaza. #IHL requires rapid, unimpeded humanitarian access from all parties.

We call on 🇮🇱 to fulfill its obligations as occupying power towards the Gazan population.

We urge for a ceasefire, hostage release & political solution based on 2 States.

Even without access to the sea,🇨🇭is indirectly affected by the quality of marine ecosystems.

At #HLPF2025, 🇨🇭reaffirmed its strong commitment to protecting them & promoting the sustainable use of their resources — key to achieving #SDG14 and global environmental sustainability.

The Pact for the Future is a collective pledge for effective and efficient multilateralism that meets today’s challenges.
 
At @unpga.bsky.social dialogue,🇨🇭called for implementation within existing structures & a rigorous 2028 review to deliver impact on agreed commitments.

@unodet.bsky.social

Gender equality is a fundamental right & a strategic priority for Switzerland.

At #HLPF2025, 🇨🇭shared progress on #SDG5 — from legal reforms to leadership targets.

This is a crucial moment to take stock & continue to turn global commitments into concrete action. #Agenda2030

At today’s UN High-Level Political Forum #HLPF2025, Switzerland reaffirmed its commitment to 🩺#SDG3 — ensuring healthy lives and promoting well-being for all at all ages through equitable access to health care.

The 🇨🇭 delegation has arrived at #HLPF2025! Looking forward to in depth discussions on the #2030Agenda, particularly:

🩺#SDG3 Good Health and Wellbeing
⚖#SDG5 Gender Equality
💹#SDG8 Decent Work and Economic Growth
🐠#SDG14 Life Below Water
🤝#SDG17 Partnerships for the goals

Today, 🇨🇭 reaffirmed its determination to actively contribute to the success of the UN Water Conference 2026.

In the spirit of renewed multilateralism - where water will hold an even more central place in our collective quest for sustainability, stability, and human dignity.

Thank you 🇬🇾 for steering the #UNSC through a busy June

🇨🇭 welcomed:

🔹Focus on conflict resolution in the Middle East
🔹Emphasis on the Children & Armed Conflict agenda, a key pillar of peace & security
🔹Sustained attention on situations in Myanmar, Haiti, Sudan & Afghanistan

80 years on, the UN Charter’s vision - law, not war, as the foundation of international relations - remains revolutionary.

We must all uphold this legacy.

🇨🇭 will always stand as an ally, and multilateralism will always have a home in Geneva.

#UNGA 5th Committee wrapped!
 
Amidst UN80 reform & ongoing liquidity crisis, Member States reached a hard negotiated result to complete full scope of renovation of the Palais des Nations.

We thank delegations for this strong signal for renewed #multilateralism & Intl. #Geneva

At #PGA79 High Level Debate, 🇨🇭 called for a holistic action to address growing peace & security challenges in Africa. From sustainable financing (Res. 2719) to new tech for impact & close AU–UN cooperation — lasting peace must be built with Africa. #Peacebuilding

🇨🇭 at #UNSC: The protection of children in armed conflict is non-negotiable. The rise of grave violations is unacceptable.

We must:
🔹 Respect intl. law, incl. IHL
🔹 Ensure safe, rapid humanitarian access & uphold resolution 2730
🔹 Preserve key gains of the CAAC agenda

As we mark 20 years of #R2P, 🇨🇭 asks: Have we done everything within our power to prevent atrocities?
 
Switzerland reaffirms:
🔹Prevention begins at home
🔹Uphold intl law & fight impunity
🔹Women & youth are key to prevention
 
Respect for international law is not optional!

🇨🇭as UN host state:
🔹Supports lasting & holistic UN reforms
🔹 Stands with the UN in challenging times
🔹 Commits CHF 269M to strengthen multilateralism in Geneva
🔹 Calls for unity - not competition - among Member States
#Geneva #Multilateralism #Switzerland #Diplomacy #UN80

On this International Day of #WomenInDiplomacy, meet the women behind🇨🇭‘s Security Council mandate.

From civil society briefers to diplomats at the Swiss Mission & our Ambassador herself, their voices, expertise, and leadership made the difference.

👉 www.aplusforpeace.ch/review-switz...

Today, the outcome document of the 4th International Conference on Financing for Development (#FfD4) — the #CompromisoDeSevilla — was adopted.

🇨🇭supports the consensus and is committed to engaging actively and constructively at the #FfD4 Conference at the end of June.

At today’s Executive Board Meeting, 🇨🇭reaffirmed its unwavering support for UN Women.

Achieving gender equality. Women’s empowerment. Protecting human rights.

These are not just ideals—but imperatives. Bold reforms & fast implementation are key for strong multilateral impact.

Closing gaps, strengthening justice.

The Special Session of the Assembly of States Parties of the #ICC is an opportunity to close a legal loophole hindering accountability for crimes of aggression.

With Sierra Leone🇸🇱 & GIPA, Switzerland🇨🇭hosted a retreat to prepare for a successful session.

Marking 10 years of the #NelsonMandelaRules,🇨🇭reaffirms its commitment to dignity, reintegration & the rule of law in prison systems.

These rules marked a historic step in protecting the rights of prisoners. Let’s work together to make them a reality around the world.

At informal briefing with Karla Quintana, Head of IIMP Syria,🇨🇭welcomed progress achieved by the IIMP & its cooperation with all relevant actors incl. Syrian transitional authorities.

We remain steadfast in our support to the IIMP—clarifying the fate of the missing is key to peace.

Young persons with disabilities must be empowered to shape the technologies that affect their lives.

At #COSP18,🇨🇭Swiss UN Youth Delegate Hanishha Soosai spoke at Roundtable 2 on AI and disability inclusion, calling for early, accessible and inclusive digital education. #CRPD

Riche échange entre USG Guy Ryder et le Groupe des Ambassadeurs Francophones sur l’importance de la diversité culturelle et linguistique dans le cadre de l’initiative #ONU80.

L’écosystème genevois est uniquement placé pour promouvoir une action multilatérale forte et multilingue.

At today’s #COSP18 general debate,🇨🇭 reaffirmed its commitment to accessible technological innovation & to ensuring the right to decent work for people with disabilities, also in crisis situations.

Key discussions are underway to share best practices for implementing the #CRPD!

Modular, effective & sustainable peace operations?

Timely event by @ipinst.bsky.social & DCAF Geneva brought key insights on how security sector governance & reform can shape the future of peace operations to meet today’s challenges.

Learn more 👉 www.ipinst.org/2025/06/leve...

Today, Amb. Pascale Baeriswyl spoke with young changemakers at PS/MS95 in the Bronx about🇨🇭, the UN & how global progress starts with local action.

Students shared inspiring community-rooted sustainability projects — a bright spark of energy & hope for the future. #NYCJuniorAmbassadors

Today, the Group of Like-Minded States on UN Targeted Sanctions marked 15yrs of the Ombudsperson to the 1267 Sanctions Committee — a vital safeguard for due process.

Its independence must be protected & broader reform is key for fairness & transparency across all UNSC sanctions.