London, 19.10.2018 – Switzerland's participation in the Putting People First summit is part of its commitment to combating sexual abuse and to complying with international standards.
Bern, 10.10.2018 – At its meeting on 10 October, the Federal Council decided to approve the United Nations Global Compact for Migration with a clarification.
Bern, 28.09.2018 – The Federal Council decided to continue negotiations on an institutional agreement with the EU and has approved a second contribution to the enlarged EU.
The UN, also important for rural women in Switzerland
Throughout the world, including in Switzerland, women in agricultural enterprises are not employed on an equal footing with their partners or husbands.
Gender equality, respect for women's and girls' rights, and the prohibition of all forms of gender-based discrimination are fundamental values for Swtizerland.
