Switzerland and the Vatican: a Diplomatic Anniversary
Picture: Wikimedia Commons In 2020, the Swiss Confederation and the Holy See were set to celebrate the centenary of the restoration of diplomatic relations after fifty years of interruption.…
A Fascinating Diplomatic story
Picture: Wikimedia Commons Diplomats’ memoirs and memorabilia are generally already known to the public, long and full of commonplaces and platitudes. In addition, still bound by official secrecy after…
Towards a New US Foreign Policy with Joe Biden?
Picture: Wikimedia Commons How will the new administration impact US diplomacy? While on a number of issues there will be a complete break with the Trump era, some areas…
Diplomacy and COVID-19: from Uncoordinated Health Measures to the G20 Virtual Summit with Switzerland’s First Participation
Picture: Wikimedia Commons Despite the global health crisis caused by the pandemic, global diplomacy has continued to function. This was particularly the case for the G20 summit, which saw…
World Leaders React to the Storming of the Capitol
Picture: Pixabay United States Donald Trump’s presidential term ends amidst the violent intrusion by several hundred pro-Trump activists on January 6, 2021, following the demonstration called upon by the…