LETTER FROM GENEVA
Imagine a serene setting where the Alpine lake shimmers between shades of emerald green and turquoise, overlooked by Art Nouveau buildings on a lush meadow. This idyllic spot is the Bürgenstock resort in Switzerland, offering a breathtaking view of the Lac des Quatre-Cantons, also known as Lake Lucerne to English-speaking visitors.
Switzerland, famous for its neutrality, is hosting a “peace conference” on Ukraine in June, inviting diplomats from around the world to its iconic resort. Symbolizing Swiss diplomacy’s role as a mediator for global peace, the conference aims to showcase Switzerland as a benevolent player on the international stage.
Macron and Scholz among confirmed attendees
Despite past successes and failures in mediation, Switzerland’s neutral stance positions it as an ideal intermediary in global conflicts. From the Algerian war to failed attempts during the Falklands War, Swiss diplomacy continues to uphold its legacy of using “good offices” to navigate complex international relations.
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