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[REPOST] Ministerial Visit to Bandung – Strengthening Skills and Inclusive Value Chains

Ministerial Visit to Bandung – Strengthening Skills and Inclusive Value Chains 🇨🇭🤝🇮🇩

As part of the Swiss economic mission to Indonesia, Federal Councillor Guy Parmelin visited POLMAN Bandung and the KPBS Dairy Cooperative in Pangalengan—two important partners under SECO Economic Cooperation and Development-supported initiatives.

Source: Embassy of Switzerland in Indonesia (Linkedin)

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Second day of the official visit of Federal Councillor Guy Parmelin to Indonesia

The second day of the official visit of Federal Councillor Guy Parmelin to Indonesia unfolded with energy, vision, and a spirit of partnership.

The morning began at PT SICPA Peruri Securink, a unique joint venture between Swiss company SICPA and Indonesia’s state-owned Peruri. Walking through the viewing gallery of the state-of-the-art banknote production facility, the delegation witnessed firsthand the precision and sophistication behind the production of secure banknotes and the advanced inks that safeguard them. This visit was not just a showcase of technology, but a powerful reminder of the trust, expertise, and enduring collaboration between Switzerland and Indonesia.

Source: Embassy of Switzerland in Indonesia (LinkedIn)

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Enseignement du cours « Sécurité internationale et cyber sécurité » à l’UCLy

J’ai terminé hier d’enseigner le module « Sécurité internationale et cyber sécurité ». Cette formation s’inscrit dans le cadre du diplôme universitaire « World Foreign Policy » de la faculté de droit de l’Université Catholique de Lyon. La quinzaine d’étudiantes et d’étudiant ont contribué au succès de ce cours par leur engagement et leur questions pertinentes. Mon approche pédagogique qui combine explications théorique et exercices pratiques a été appréciée. Je souhaite à toutes et tous beaucoup de succès dans la suite de leurs études et dans leurs futures carrières professionnelles.

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[REPOST] – The Economy of Trust Foundation had the pleasure of welcoming the Ambassador of the Republic of Indonesia to Switzerland, H.E. Ambassador Swajaya Ngurah, and his team members

Serving governments through digital empowerment 🚀
The Economy of Trust Foundation had the pleasure of welcoming the Ambassador of the Republic of Indonesia to Switzerland, H.E. Ambassador Swajaya Ngurah, and his team members to the Economy of Trust Foundation!
An engaging afternoon! 🌟 The Foundation had the opportunity to present our Leadership Programs and to show the rich ecosystem that surrounds the Economy of Trust at unlimitrust campus, identifying synergies between common projects.
🌐 We are excited for the collaborations between the Embassy of Indonesia in Switzerland and Economy of Trust Foundation!
Jean-Jacques de Dardel, Ph.D Lauranne Macherel Johanna Dousse unlimitrust Trust Village Trust Valley

  (6) Economy of Trust Foundation: Posts | LinkedIn   Source –>

 

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The Strategic Leadership Course of the Austrian National Defence Academy visited the GCSP

I had the pleasure to present International Geneva and the GCSP to participants from the Strategic Leadership Course organized by the Austrian National Defence Academy

Last Wednesday, the Strategic Leadership Course organized by the Austrian National Defence Academy #Vienna visited the GCSP in the context of their study trip to #Geneva. More than 40 participants, from the Austrian public and private sector, spent an insightful day filled with impactful discussions under the leadership of Lieutenant General (LTG) Erich Csitkovits, commandant of the Academy.
This visit allowed for an engaged and fruitful bilateral session between Ambassador Greminger and LTG Csitkovits, fostering stronger relations and collaboration.
The participants were informed about the different facets of the GCSP activities:🔎 Colonel (GS) Dr Christian Bühlmann opened the event with an inspiring presentation on International Geneva and GCSP’s role.🔎 Dr Jean-Marc Rickli focused on the « Security and geopolitical implications of emerging technologies, » generating fascinating discussions.🔎 Ambassador Thomas Greminger shared profound insights comparing Austrian and Swiss foreign and security policies.
Lecturers and participants contributed to making this visit a success! The participants’ active engagement and thoughtful questions added immense value to the conversations.
« Let’s continue building bridges and fostering dialogue! » – Austrian participant.

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I had the pleasure to attend virtually to the opening of the 28th edition of the 28th edition of the European Security Course (ESC).

The 28th edition of the European Security Course is underway! 🎆
Since 1997, the European Security Course (ESC) has been deepening #security professionals’ understanding of the security policy #challenges that impact Europe. We were delighted to kick-off the ESC 2024 edition on Monday with our 23 fantastic participants, hailing from 22 different countries. 🌍
Learn more about our Advanced Courses: https://bit.ly/2N42509

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Lecture to group of participants from the Master in European and International Governance – MEIG Programme

On Tuesday 12 December, the GCSP had the pleasure of hosting a group of participants from the Master in European and International Governance – MEIG Programme.
GCSP experts were happy to provide an overview of some of our activities, starting with an introduction session on #InternationalGeneva by Col (GS) Dr Christian Bühlmann. Some of the key global issues discussed included #Environment and Security, presented by our Head of Human Security Ms Anna Brach, and Artificial Intelligence #AI and its implications on the sphere of International Security, presented by Project Officer Mr Federico Mantellassi.
Many thanks to #MEIG for your visit and for your interest!


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[REPOST] – General the Lord Richards of Herstmonceux – McKay Interview

Michael A. McKay

Were Zelenskyy to take counsel from Clausewitz and Sun Tzu, what do you think they would say to him? Just one of the questions I put to the UK’s former Chief of the Defence Staff, General Sir David Richards on #themckayinterview, broadcasting tomorrow on World Radio Switzerland Switzerland at 8pm #Geneva time. Geneva Centre for Security Policy Thomas Greminger Dr Christian Bühlmann Thomas Suessli The British-Swiss Chamber of Commerce

General the Lord Richards of Herstmonceux – McKay Interview worldradio.ch • Lecture de 1 min

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9 October 2023 – « Welcome to Switzerland » for LISC participants

With the support of dedicated GCSP colleagues, I delivered the « Welcome to Switzerland » module to the new LISC participants. After an introduction, the four groups made a circuits through four « Swiss cities » with a quiz, an history puzzle, a video on Swiss institutions, as well as a description of their perception if their new host country. I then focussed on a couple of Swiss specificities.
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[REPOST] – GCSP workshop « Outlook and Opportunities in the MENA Region »

On October 5 and 6, the GCSP organized a workshop entitled « Outlook and Opportunities in the MENA Region: Analytics and Options for the Swiss MENA Strategy » in collaboration with the CCDP – Centre on Conflict, Development and Peacebuilding.
The workshop brought together 27 international experts to assess current and future challenges and developments in the #MENA region. Based on preliminary desk research undertaken by Dr. Farrah Hawana, the experts discussed current geopolitical, social and economic trends in the region. Topics such as #peace, #security, governance, human rights, #migration, economic affairs, #science, sustainable development and #climatechange were discussed and analyzed by the experts. A country-specific analysis was also undertaken in order to obtain important inputs from experts based in the region.
A special thanks goes to all the experts who contributed to the workshop: Hassan Abul-Enein, Maryam Alemzadeh, Rim Aljabi, Riccardo Bocco, Natasha Carmi, Andrea C., Jerome Drevon, Seraina Eldada, Maria Luisa Fantappie, Jalel Harchaoui, Peter Harling, Nadim Houry, Lina Khatib, Jean-Marc Rickli, Carole Rizkallah Alsharabati, Bilal Salaymeh, Alexander Tyler, Achim Wennmann.
Based on the outcomes of the workshop, the GCSP experts (Thomas Greminger, Tobias Vestner, Maréva Roduit, Marc George, Dr Christian Bühlmann, Anca Munteanu, PhD) and CCDP experts (Keith Krause, Farrah Hawana, Alaa Tartir, PhD., Souhail BELHADJ KLAZ) then discussed #policy options for the next Swiss strategy for the MENA region with FDFA representatives (Rascha Osman, Gabriele Guzzi, Vanessa Di Giorgi). A report on the challenges and prospects for the MENA region, together with policy options and recommendations for #Switzerland, will be submitted to the FDFA next month. Part of the research will also be published in the GCSP publication series.
Find more of our publications here: https://bit.ly/3PUtJt8

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9 October 2023 – Leadership in International Security Course – Course Opening

Dr Siobhán Martin

GCSP – Deputy Head, Executive Education/Director, Leadership in International Security Course

This week, the Geneva Centre for Security Policy was delighted to welcome 22 participants from 21 countries across the globe, as participants in the 38th edition of our 8-month Leadership in International Security Course.
They will be at GCSP until the end of May 2024, engaging with over 130 experts on a wide range of topics in international peace and security, simultaneously enhancing their leadership skillset and network, to more effectively navigate the issues and challenges in our international environment today.
During the course opening, GCSP’s Executive Director Ambassador Thomas Greminger and Deputy Executive Director Christina Orisich addressed the group which includes participants from Malawi, Togo, Oman and Costa Rica for the first time.
Collectively the group has over 370 years of experience and we very much look forward to facilitating their learning and leadership journeys throughout the next 8 months!

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