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Switzerland is preparing to host about 1,000 people for the OSCE Ministerial Council in Lugano on December 3 and 4. The federal government will cover 80% of the canton’s security costs for the meeting.
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Foreign Policy
As chairman of the OSCE, Swiss Foreign Minister Ignazio Cassis is in Moscow for crucial discussions with his Russian counterpart, Sergei Lavrov. The visit aims to find paths towards a 'just and lasting peace' in Ukraine amid a tense geopolitical climate, underscored by the recent expiry of the last US-Russia nuclear treaty.
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Diplomacy
As chair of the OSCE, Swiss Foreign Minister Ignazio Cassis is in Moscow to meet his Russian counterpart, Sergei Lavrov. The visit aims to explore diplomatic channels regarding the war in Ukraine, though expectations for a breakthrough are low.
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Foreign Policy
In his capacity as chair of the Organisation for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE), Swiss Foreign Minister Ignazio Cassis has traveled to Kyiv to reaffirm the organization's role in fostering dialogue and supporting efforts toward a lasting peace.
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foreign policy
The Swiss foreign ministry took a firm stance by summoning the Iranian ambassador to protest violence against demonstrators, while Foreign Minister Ignazio Cassis, in his new role as OSCE chairman, pledged to strengthen the organization's efforts for peace in Ukraine.
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Foreign Policy
Foreign Minister Ignazio Cassis stated his goal is for the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE) to be prepared for a potential ceasefire in Ukraine. Switzerland plans to use its upcoming OSCE chairmanship in 2026 to prepare for a possible deployment of observers and monitoring missions.
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defense
Senior Swiss military officer suspended and recalled from OSCE posting in Vienna following allegations of passing sensitive information to Russia in 2024.
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diplomacy
Switzerland secures chairmanship of the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe for 2026, marking its third time leading the organization.
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diplomacy
In a diplomatic milestone, Switzerland wins election to chair the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE) for the third time, amid challenging geopolitical landscape.
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diplomacy
Switzerland secures chairmanship of the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe for 2026, marking its third time leading the organization amid global security challenges.
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diplomacy
Swiss government officially announces candidacy to chair the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe in 2026, emphasizing dialogue and peaceful crisis resolution.
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