Switzerland had advocated "a balanced, coherent and coordinated approach to China", according to the federal department. Switzerland has a long history of close cooperation with the …

Jan 22, 2025 · Switzerland and the People's Republic of China have maintained bilateral relations since 1950. The two countries conduct dialogue on a wide range of issues, including the …

Switzerland recognised the People's Republic of China on 17 January 1950 – one of the first Western states to do so. Bilateral relations were rapidly expanded after 1979 following the …

Sep 27, 2024 · China is Switzerland’s largest trading partner in Asia and the third largest globally. In 2023, bilateral trade reached approximately RMB 416.93 billion (US$57.34 billion), with …

Jan 16, 2024 · In a meeting between Chinese Premier Li Qiang and Swiss President Viola Amherd, China announced unilateral visa-free access for Swiss citizens and the initiation of an …

Jul 17, 2023 · A comprehensive bilateral Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between Switzerland and the People’s Republic of China was signed by Federal Councillor Johann N. Schneider …

Sep 24, 2024 · China and Switzerland on Monday began negotiations on an upgrade of the Sino-Swiss free trade agreement (FTA), with both sides agreeing to intensify consultations and …

Jan 15, 2024 · China and Switzerland signed a joint declaration on Monday agreeing to deepen their partnership after Premier Li Qiang met the Swiss President, the Swiss government said.

Feb 6, 2024 · Switzerland’s first foreign policy strategy on China runs out this year, just as talk of a renewed free trade agreement and the pace of ministerial visits pick up. But as security risks …

Jul 2, 2024 · China and Switzerland have agreed to promptly and officially start talks to upgrade the China-Switzerland Free Trade Agreement, said the Ministry of Commerce in an online …