Ambassador Viktor Vavricka🇨🇭
@SwissAmbNZ
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Ambassador of Switzerland🇨🇭to New Zealand🇳🇿the Cook Is. 🇨🇰Fiji 🇫🇯 Tonga 🇹🇴 Tuvalu🇹🇻/Ambassador des. to Niue🇳🇺 and Samoa 🇼🇸 / @SwissMFA @EDA_DFAE
Wellington City, New Zealand
Joined November 2022
Today at #Davos2026, @SwissMFAStatSec (on behalf of 🇨🇭President @ParmelinG) emphasized that #Geneva offers a space where ideas meet operational realities, where partnerships are built across sectors, and where reform pathways can be tested and scaled.
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The 56th Annual Meeting of the World Economic Forum (WEF) is set to take place in Davos, Switzerland, from 19 to 23 January 2026. Learn more about the WEF bringing together global leaders & experts to discuss the world’s most pressing challenges. 👇
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#Ukraine | #Switzerland is concerned by #Russia’s repeated use of ballistic missiles against civilian infrastructure in 🇺🇦. We strongly condemn all attacks against civilians and civilian infrastructure. International humanitarian law must be respected at all times. 🇨🇭 remains
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#Venezuela | #Switzerland calls for de-escalation, restraint, and respect for international law, including the prohibition of the use of force and the principle of respect for territorial integrity. The situation is being closely monitored by our embassy on the ground. At this
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🙏 We sincerely appreciate the New Zealand authorities‘ expression of sympathy at this difficult time.
New Zealand sends its deepest sympathy to the victims and families of the Crans-Montana fire. A moment of celebration has been marred by heartbreaking tragedy. The government is not aware of any New Zealanders involved at this stage.
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#MiddleEast | The humanitarian situation in #Gaza remains catastrophic, with winter further worsening conditions. FC @IgnazioCassis, supports the joint ministerial statement, initiated by the United Kingdom, which calls on the Israeli authorities to ensure unimpeded humanitarian
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Switzerland is closely following the developments in the Middle East and calls on all parties to comply strictly with international law.
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#MiddleEast| #Switzerland condemns Israel’s decision to approve 19 new settlements in the #WestBank. This decision is contrary to #internationallaw and undermines the prospects for a lasting #peace that the international community is striving to achieve.
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With its tradition of neutrality and high-quality facilities, 🇨🇭 ensures that Geneva remains a highly effective and inclusive center of multilateralism. Swift access, modern infrastructure, and unwavering reliability, this is diplomacy that delivers. #InternationalGeneva
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#Australia | Following the attack at Bondi Beach, #Switzerland expresses its solidarity with the victims and their loved ones. 🇨🇭 stands firmly against all forms of violence, antisemitism, hatred and intolerance. Together with our embassy on the ground, we are closely following
Following the terrorist attack at Bondi Beach, Switzerland expresses its solidarity with the victims and their loved ones. 🇨🇭 stands firmly against all forms of violence, antisemitism and hatred.
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Switzerland supported the GA resolution welcoming the @CIJ_ICJ advisory opinion on Israel’s obligations toward the UN, int’l organizations, and third States. The Court plays a key role in clarifying international law. We call on all, including Israel, to uphold it.
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Together with other States, we reaffirm the obligation to respect the P&I of UN premises and its personnel, including UNRWA, as recalled by the #ICJ in its Advisory Opinion of 22 October 2025
1/4 Joint statement of diplomatic missions in Jerusalem and Ramallah of EU and 🇫🇷🇩🇪🇫🇮🇩🇰🇳🇱🇱🇹🇵🇱🇸🇮🇬🇷🇨🇾🇦🇹🇸🇪🇨🇭🇧🇪🇮🇪🇵🇹🇪🇸
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From an agricultural apprenticeship to the 2026 presidency: a trajectory that’s quintessentially Swiss. 🇨🇭 👇 Discover the journey of the President of the Swiss Confederation for 2026, Guy Parmelin. ℹ️ https://t.co/byHeEXwY7n
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🗣️ Strengthening our Swiss partnership through dialogue. Thank you Ambassador Markus Leitner. This cooperation and exchange between small states has never been more important. 🇳🇿🤝🇨🇭
🇨🇭-🇳🇿 Asia-Pacific consultations on geopolitical issues, joint initiatives (FITP, SAEI), multilateral cooperation and robust bilateral relations confirmed again that shared values transcend geographical distance. Thank you to Rod Harris for a very substantive exchange.
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On Human Rights Day, Switzerland reaffirms its commitment to protecting the dignity and freedoms of all. Today we pay special tribute to Human Rights Defenders, whose courage strengthens justice and democracy worldwide. #HumanRightsDay
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A truly like-minded conversation reminding us that shared values travel far. 🇨🇭🤝🇳🇿
🇨🇭-🇳🇿 Asia-Pacific consultations on geopolitical issues, joint initiatives (FITP, SAEI), multilateral cooperation and robust bilateral relations confirmed again that shared values transcend geographical distance. Thank you to Rod Harris for a very substantive exchange.
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Switzerland participates in the 24th Assembly of States Parties of the International Criminal Court. Committed to the independence, impartiality and integrity of the Court, Switzerland reiterates its firm support to the ICC.
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When Swiss precision will meet Kiwi summer vibes… 🎾🇨🇭🇳🇿 Delighted to welcome @stanwawrinka to Auckland for the @ASB_Classic in January!
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🇨🇭🤝🇹🇻 towards a shared commitment to a resilient and inclusive future #InternationalGenevaMatters
A particular pleasure to receive Permanent State Secretary of #Tuvalu, Mr Pasuna Tuaga, to Berne to discuss bilateral relations, regional developments & the importance of International #Geneva for Pacific Islands States.
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