About Switzerland

🇨🇭🧀 Fondue Fridays? Only in Switzerland! 🫕 A new federal initiative could make fondue or raclette the official Friday meal. Backed by the dairy and cheese industry, the proposal aims to support local producers, strengthen the sector, honour Swiss heritage and bring people together. Supporters praise tradition; critics raise concerns about potential exclusion of people with dietary restrictions and supply challenges. Would you vote yes to melted cheese every Friday?

🇨🇭 Switzerland has reopened a humanitarian office in Kabul, restoring its local presence in Afghanistan. 👥 A team of Swiss experts and local staff is now working on site to provide targeted support to people in need. 🤝 This setup enables closer coordination with local and international partners and ensures that aid is tailored to the realities on the ground. 🎯Switzerland’s priorities include: - Humanitarian relief - Support for civil society—particularly women and girls - Food security in rural areas Read more 👉 https://bit.ly/42pBSxc

Aarau, a city brimming with historical treasures. ✨ Aarau is located on the banks of the Aar River in northern Switzerland. Its old town, featuring arcades, the Obertor tower—an emblem of the city with its historic clock—and ancient city walls, is steeped in history. The painted roof gables, a hallmark of the city, were once used to lift goods and are still decorated with ornaments, professional emblems, or family coats of arms. 🕰️ The city also offers a wide range of cultural activities, with the Aargauer Kunsthaus housing the most comprehensive collection of Swiss art. 🇨🇭 What do you think of Aarau? More info: https://bit.ly/3QLGCqw Switzerland Tourism

🇨🇭 What does it take to be #SwissMade? The Swiss Made label is a global mark of quality, trust, and precision. To earn it: ✅ At least 60% of production costs (including R&D) must happen in Switzerland. ✅ HQ must be based and run from Switzerland. ✅ Foodstuffs require 80% Swiss raw materials. Whether you’re a business looking to set up in Switzerland or a consumer who values excellence, Swiss Made represents unparalleled craftsmanship and reliability. What does Swiss Made mean to you? © Greater Geneva Bern area (GGBa)

Several Swiss hospitals among the best places to receive care in the world! 🇨🇭✨ Newsweek has released its 2025 ranking of the world’s top 250 hospitals, and Swiss institutions stand out! 🏥 ➡️ Swipe to discover which Swiss hospitals are featured in this ranking! More info: https://bit.ly/4kpCXw4

If Switzerland is renowned for its lakes, its stunning rivers also deserve the spotlight! 🌊🇨🇭 🔎 Discover the 5 longest rivers flowing through the country!

Swiss designers are shaping a more inclusive future, one thoughtful creation at a time. ✨   👖WWW by Lena Bernasconi brings women’s experiences to the forefront, revolutionizing workwear design. 🍽️ Kwer by dversa GmbH redefines dining with accessibility and dignity for all.   Which of these designs do you find most inspiring? Let us know in the comments! 💬👇   🔗 Wanna discover more? Visit design.swiss to explore more Swiss emerging talents!   Pro Helvetia #SwissDesign #InclusiveDesign

🇨🇭 Maurice Koechlin, the Swiss genius behind the Eiffel Tower? 🗼 A brilliant yet unsung engineer, Koechlin was the mastermind behind the iron framework of both the Eiffel Tower and the Statue of Liberty! 🗽 Born in 1856 in Alsace, he studied at the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Zurich before joining Gustave Eiffel’s team. His technical genius made these iconic monuments possible—though the fame often went elsewhere.⚙️ More on: https://bit.ly/3XJrQnJ

Switzerland, a global leader in Hospitality and Leisure Management studies! According to the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025, the top 3 schools for Hospitality and Leisure Management are Swiss: 🥇 EHL (98.8/100) 🥈 Les Roches (91/100) 🥉 Swiss Hotel Management School (90.8/100) Among the top 10 schools in the world in these fields, 7 are located in Switzerland! More info: https://bit.ly/3DBl4d6

Breakthrough in brain medicine! 🧠 Swiss researchers at ETH Zürich have visualized for the first time how ultrasound-activated microbubbles can open the blood-brain barrier. This could revolutionize treatments for Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, and brain tumors by enabling targeted drug delivery. Read more on https://bit.ly/4kPKLan