Switzerland signs Convention establishing International Claims Commission for Ukraine

16.12.2025 — Press releases EDA
Switzerland has signed the Convention establishing an International Claims Commission for Ukraine. The Commission will review, assess and decide on claims resulting from damage caused by Russia in Ukraine. It will also determine the amount of compensation due in each case.

Programme of Switzerland's OSCE chairpersonship in 2026

08.12.2025 — Press releases EDA
With less than a month to go before it assumes the chairpersonship of the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE), Switzerland is setting out the programme and priorities that will guide its actions in 2026. The aim will be to contribute to European security and the strengthening of inclusive multilateralism, in line with the Swiss tradition of neutrality, dialogue promotion and conflict prevention. International conferences hosted in Switzerland will also take place during its year in office, offering opportunities for dialogue on the major challenges of our time.

Switzerland submits objection to Ukraine's suspension of the Ottawa Convention

17.10.2025 — Press releases Europa
Switzerland will object to Ukraine's decision to suspend the Ottawa Convention, which prohibits the use, production, stockpiling and transfer of anti-personnel mines. At its meeting on 15 October, the Federal Council considered that such a suspension would be incompatible with international law.

Switzerland promotes the competitiveness of Ukraine’s economy

19.09.2025 — Press releases Europa
Switzerland is committed to supporting Ukraine’s economic recovery over the long term. The Federal Council therefore approved funding of CHF 30 million for the ‘Competitiveness for Recovery Ukraine 2026–2030’ programme at its meeting on 19 September.

Meeting with Ukraine's prime minister

28.08.2025 — Press releases EDA
Karin Keller-Sutter, President of the Swiss Confederation, hosted Yuliia Svyrydenko, Prime Minister of Ukraine, for a courtesy visit on 28 August 2025 in Bern. The talks focused on the peace process and the reconstruction of Ukraine.

Twelve projects with Swiss companies for Ukraine’s reconstruction

28.08.2025 — Press releases Europa
During a visit to Switzerland by Ukrainian Prime Minister Yuliia Svyrydenko, the two countries announced projects involving Swiss companies that will be supported as part of Ukraine's reconstruction. The twelve projects receiving funding are in the areas of infrastructure (energy, housing), public transport, health and humanitarian demining. The Swiss private sector will therefore be able to support Ukraine's reconstruction efforts through its expertise and innovative, high-quality products.

Swiss President Karin Keller-Sutter: Greeting on August 1, 2025, for the Swiss Abroad

31.07.2025 — Local news Ukraine

Bilateral agreement with Ukraine

25.06.2025 — Press releases Europa
At its meeting on 25 June, the Federal Council approved the draft of a bilateral cooperation agreement between Switzerland and Ukraine on reconstruction of the country. The draft agreement would establish the legal basis for closer involvement of the Swiss private sector in Ukraine's reconstruction process. This agreement will be signed at the 2025 Ukraine Recovery Conference to be held in Rome. Once signed, the Federal Council will initiate a consultation procedure and submit a corresponding dispatch to the Swiss parliament for ratification.

Europe, Ukraine, multilateralism, BRICS: Federal Council approves Foreign Policy Report 2024

26.02.2025 — Press releases EDA
On 26 February 2025, the Federal Council approved the Foreign Policy Report 2024. The report sets out the progress that has been made in achieving the 28 objectives of the Foreign Policy Strategy 2024–27. A special thematic focus section examines the influence of the BRICS group of states (including Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa) on the world order and outlines Switzerland's strategy for relations with those states.

Support for reconstruction: Federal Council adopts 2025–28 country programme for Ukraine

12.02.2025 — Press releases EDA
The 2025–28 country programme marks the start of a twelve-year federal support process for reconstruction, reform and sustainable development in Ukraine. At its meeting on 12 February, the Federal Council defined the priorities of the country programme, namely protection of the civilian population, peace, economic recovery and strengthening institutions. CHF 1.5 billion from the international cooperation budget has been earmarked up to 2028. Ambassador Jacques Gerber, the Federal Council's delegate for Ukraine, is responsible for implementing the country programme.

Ukraine: The Federal Council adopts the 15th EU sanctions package

12.02.2025 — Press releases Europa
On 12 February, the Federal Council decided to adopt the measures of the 15th EU sanctions package against Russia. These measures will come into force on 13 February. On 23 December 2024, 54 individuals and 30 entities had already been added to Switzerland’s sanctions list against Russia.

Negotiating mandate for treaty with Ukraine

29.01.2025 — Press releases Europa
At its meeting on 29 January, the Federal Council approved the negotiating mandate for an international treaty between Switzerland and Ukraine. In the process of rebuilding Ukraine, this will provide a legal basis for increased cooperation with the Swiss private sector.

Switzerland signs Convention establishing International Claims Commission for Ukraine

16.12.2025 — Press releases EDA
Switzerland has signed the Convention establishing an International Claims Commission for Ukraine. The Commission will review, assess and decide on claims resulting from damage caused by Russia in Ukraine. It will also determine the amount of compensation due in each case.

Programme of Switzerland's OSCE chairpersonship in 2026

08.12.2025 — Press releases EDA
With less than a month to go before it assumes the chairpersonship of the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE), Switzerland is setting out the programme and priorities that will guide its actions in 2026. The aim will be to contribute to European security and the strengthening of inclusive multilateralism, in line with the Swiss tradition of neutrality, dialogue promotion and conflict prevention. International conferences hosted in Switzerland will also take place during its year in office, offering opportunities for dialogue on the major challenges of our time.

Switzerland submits objection to Ukraine's suspension of the Ottawa Convention

17.10.2025 — Press releases Europa
Switzerland will object to Ukraine's decision to suspend the Ottawa Convention, which prohibits the use, production, stockpiling and transfer of anti-personnel mines. At its meeting on 15 October, the Federal Council considered that such a suspension would be incompatible with international law.

Switzerland promotes the competitiveness of Ukraine’s economy

19.09.2025 — Press releases Europa
Switzerland is committed to supporting Ukraine’s economic recovery over the long term. The Federal Council therefore approved funding of CHF 30 million for the ‘Competitiveness for Recovery Ukraine 2026–2030’ programme at its meeting on 19 September.

Meeting with Ukraine's prime minister

28.08.2025 — Press releases EDA
Karin Keller-Sutter, President of the Swiss Confederation, hosted Yuliia Svyrydenko, Prime Minister of Ukraine, for a courtesy visit on 28 August 2025 in Bern. The talks focused on the peace process and the reconstruction of Ukraine.

Twelve projects with Swiss companies for Ukraine’s reconstruction

28.08.2025 — Press releases Europa
During a visit to Switzerland by Ukrainian Prime Minister Yuliia Svyrydenko, the two countries announced projects involving Swiss companies that will be supported as part of Ukraine's reconstruction. The twelve projects receiving funding are in the areas of infrastructure (energy, housing), public transport, health and humanitarian demining. The Swiss private sector will therefore be able to support Ukraine's reconstruction efforts through its expertise and innovative, high-quality products.

Bilateral agreement with Ukraine

25.06.2025 — Press releases Europa
At its meeting on 25 June, the Federal Council approved the draft of a bilateral cooperation agreement between Switzerland and Ukraine on reconstruction of the country. The draft agreement would establish the legal basis for closer involvement of the Swiss private sector in Ukraine's reconstruction process. This agreement will be signed at the 2025 Ukraine Recovery Conference to be held in Rome. Once signed, the Federal Council will initiate a consultation procedure and submit a corresponding dispatch to the Swiss parliament for ratification.

Europe, Ukraine, multilateralism, BRICS: Federal Council approves Foreign Policy Report 2024

26.02.2025 — Press releases EDA
On 26 February 2025, the Federal Council approved the Foreign Policy Report 2024. The report sets out the progress that has been made in achieving the 28 objectives of the Foreign Policy Strategy 2024–27. A special thematic focus section examines the influence of the BRICS group of states (including Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa) on the world order and outlines Switzerland's strategy for relations with those states.

Support for reconstruction: Federal Council adopts 2025–28 country programme for Ukraine

12.02.2025 — Press releases EDA
The 2025–28 country programme marks the start of a twelve-year federal support process for reconstruction, reform and sustainable development in Ukraine. At its meeting on 12 February, the Federal Council defined the priorities of the country programme, namely protection of the civilian population, peace, economic recovery and strengthening institutions. CHF 1.5 billion from the international cooperation budget has been earmarked up to 2028. Ambassador Jacques Gerber, the Federal Council's delegate for Ukraine, is responsible for implementing the country programme.

Ukraine: The Federal Council adopts the 15th EU sanctions package

12.02.2025 — Press releases Europa
On 12 February, the Federal Council decided to adopt the measures of the 15th EU sanctions package against Russia. These measures will come into force on 13 February. On 23 December 2024, 54 individuals and 30 entities had already been added to Switzerland’s sanctions list against Russia.

Negotiating mandate for treaty with Ukraine

29.01.2025 — Press releases Europa
At its meeting on 29 January, the Federal Council approved the negotiating mandate for an international treaty between Switzerland and Ukraine. In the process of rebuilding Ukraine, this will provide a legal basis for increased cooperation with the Swiss private sector.

New winter support package for Ukraine: Switzerland helping to repair destroyed homes and energy infrastructure

18.12.2024 — Press releases EDA
Due to the intensified Russian attacks, large parts of the Ukrainian population are suffering from cuts to power and heating. Switzerland is helping Ukraine to cope with the challenges of winter with almost CHF 45 million. The funds will be used to restore energy infrastructure, renovate damaged homes and meet urgent humanitarian needs.

Swiss President Karin Keller-Sutter: Greeting on August 1, 2025, for the Swiss Abroad

31.07.2025 — Local news Ukraine

Switzerland and Ukraine strengthen cooperation to involve Swiss private sector in Ukraine’s recovery and reconstruction

23.01.2025 — Local news Ukraine
23 January 2025, Davos, Switzerland – Today, on the occasion of the World Economic Forum, Switzerland and Ukraine signed a Memorandum of Understanding as a part of the efforts to involve the Swiss private sector in Ukraine’s recovery and reconstruction. The agreement was signed by Guy Parmelin, Federal Councillor, Head of the Federal Department of Economic Affairs, Education and Research and Yuliia Svyrydenko, First Deputy Prime Minister of Ukraine, Minister of Economy of Ukraine. The Memorandum of Understanding envisages that the Ministry of Economy of Ukraine and the State Secretariat of Economic Affairs of Switzerland jointly select projects to be implemented in Ukraine by Swiss businesses to ensure they cover Ukraine’s acute needs. The document marks an important milestone in a collaboration between Switzerland and Ukraine on the latter’s recovery and reconstruction. 

The State Secretariat for Economic Affairs of Switzerland is enhancing cooperation with Kharkiv City to ramp up winterization and rehabilitation efforts

08.11.2024 — Local news Ukraine
Kharkiv, Ukraine – On 7 November 2024, Ambassador of Switzerland to Ukraine Félix Baumann met with Kharkiv City Mayor Ihor Terekhov to solidify a new modality of Swiss-Ukrainian partnership aimed at rehabilitation of residential buildings and discuss humanitarian needs and ongoing support.  

11 buses from Switzerland will soon serve passengers in Chernihiv

24.09.2024 — Local news Ukraine
The municipality of St. Gallen, Switzerland, is handing over 11 public buses to the Chernihiv City Council. The vehicles are in excellent condition, as certified by specialists during an independent assessment. This is the first transfer of buses between municipalities. The goal of the project is to create a mechanism for the transfer of buses from Swiss to Ukrainian municipalities, which will facilitate decentralized inter-municipal cooperation.

Switzerland signed a memorandum with the Ministry of Digital Transformation of Ukraine for 58.7 mln Swiss francs on digitization of public administration and regions’ development

18.09.2024 — Local news Ukraine

Deputy Prime Minister for Innovations, Education, Science and Technology Development — Minister of Digital Transformation of Ukraine Mykhailo Fedorov and Ambassador of Switzerland to Ukraine Félix Baumann signed a memorandum on cooperation in digital transformation of Ukraine on national and regional levels.

Switzerland, through the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC), allocates 58.7 million Swiss francs during 2024-2028 for the digital transformation of socially important areas of public policy and the digital development of communities.

Communities in Sumy, Kherson, Khmelnytskyi and Chernihiv regions are invited to participate in the competition and implement digitalization projects

29.07.2024 — Local news Ukraine
With funding from Switzerland, the EGAP Program, implemented by the East Europe Foundation and in partnership with the Ministry of Digital Transformation, announces a competition for the selection of 16 territorial communities in the Sumy, Kherson, Khmelnytskyi and Chernihiv regions to implement the digitization projects.

Tender Announcement

17.07.2024 — Local news Ukraine
We are looking for an implementer for the new project supported by Switzerland “Trauma Rehabilitation in Ukraine (TRUE)”.

Switzerland allocated 2 million Swiss francs to support the vocational education reform in Ukraine through the DECIDE Project

03.04.2024 — Local news Ukraine
The Swiss-Ukrainian project DECIDE, in partnership with the Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine, is launching a DECIDE: VET initiative to support the reform of vocational education in Ukraine. This initiative will combine the efforts of regional state administrations and territorial communities, vocational and technical education institutions, schools, and businesses to develop a career guidance system and enhance the attractiveness of vocational education.

More equipment and a new logistical hub: Switzerland and the State Emergency Services of Ukraine Boost Cooperation

26.03.2024 — Local news Ukraine
Kyiv, 26 March 2024 – Ambassador of Switzerland to Ukraine and the Republic of Moldova, Félix Baumann, and the Acting Head of the State Emergency Service of Ukraine, Andrii Danyk, signed today a Partnership Memorandum on enhancing cooperation.

Swiss-Ukrainian Program Encourages Frontline Schools to Promote Health Benefits of Milk

07.02.2024 — Local news Ukraine
Kyiv, 7 February 2024 – Three educational establishments in Donetsk, Mykolaiv and Sumy regions received prizes for participating in the World School Milk Day competition of the Swiss-Ukrainian program "Higher Value Added Trade from the Organic and Dairy Sectors of Ukraine" (QFTP). 

Financial assistance for maintaining moveable Ukrainian cultural property

25.01.2024 — Local news Ukraine
The cultural heritage of Ukraine is under severe threat of destruction, looting and illegal transfer due to the Russian military attack. Applications for the 2024 submission period regarding financial assistance to protect moveable Ukrainian cultural property are to be submitted latest by 31 May 2024 and prior to executing the intended project. After that, a decision will be made and funding will be provided by 31 December.

The Minister of Digital Transformation and the Director General of the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation Discussed Ukraine's Digital Transformation in Davos

17.01.2024 — Local news Ukraine
On 17 January, as part of the World Economic Forum in Davos, the team of the Ministry of Digital Transformation of Ukraine, together with Patricia Danzi, Director General of the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC), held a joint event at Ukraine House Davos dedicated to the development of digital Ukraine.