(2/2)The Complexity of Swiss-EU Relations: Integration and Mutual Benefits
Even though Switzerland is currently not a member of the European Union (EU), its relations with it are crucial to the country in many ways, as four out of five…
Turkey’s Growing Military Influence and Global Partnerships
In contrast to the prevailing economic challenges marked by volatility and rampant inflation, Turkey’s military strength stands as a beacon of resilience and power. According to Global Firepower’s latest rankings,…
(1/2)The Complexity of Swiss-EU Relations: Sovereignty and Non-Membership
As Switzerland is situated in the heart of Europe, one might suggest that Switzerland must automatically also be part of the European Union (EU), a big regional supranational organization counting…
The Western Balkans and the European Union: A challenged convergence
In recent years, the Balkan region has witnessed a notable shift towards aligning with liberal values, marking a significant departure from its historical narrative. The convergence of liberal principles, encompassing…
What are the prospects and implications of a possible EU enlargement in the close future?
Enlargement is often called the EU’s most effective foreign policy. However, since its biggest wave of new members that joined in 2004 (Czech Republic, Cyprus, Estonia, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta,…
The change in the dimension of the conflict between Armenia and Azerbaijan by the introduction of requests to the International Court of Justice
Image: Wikimedia Commons Article originally published in 2021 – updated version published in November 2022 A war and its consequences can rarely find full redress before an institution of…
How diplomacy and cooperation can help states manage areas
Image: Wikimedia Commons According to Norwegian Admiral Bruun-Hanssen, the Arctic is the most stable region in the world. The negotiation of the treaty we are about to study is…
SDSA Visits the French Embassy in Bern
Illustrated throwback on our visit to the #goswellroad exhibition at the French Embassy in Bern last Sunday. 🇫🇷🎨 The Ambassador Frédéric Journès (French Embassy in Switzerland and Liechtenstein) greeted…
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…