State Secretary Alexandre Fasel chairs strategic dialogue between Switzerland and UK in Bern
On 16 October 2026, State Secretary Alexandre Fasel hosted Parliamentary Under-Secretary Stewart Wood in Bern for the annual strategic dialogue between Switzerland and the UK. The talks covered political, economic, financial, and trade relations, including the recent free trade agreement and the Berne Financial Services Agreement, and emphasized cooperation in science and innovation, particularly AI and the upcoming Geneva AI Summit. The delegations also discussed mobility, democracy, security, EU relations, and global geopolitical challenges.
On 16 October 2026, State Secretary Alexandre Fasel hosted Parliamentary Under-Secretary Stewart Wood in Bern for the annual strategic dialogue between Switzerland and the UK. The talks covered political, economic, financial, and trade relations, including the recent free trade agreement and the Berne Financial Services Agreement, and emphasized cooperation in science and innovation, particularly AI and the upcoming Geneva AI Summit. The delegations also discussed mobility, democracy, security, EU relations, and global geopolitical challenges.
The focus on AI cooperation and the Geneva AI Summit highlights Switzerland’s leadership in AI research and policy, reinforcing its position as a hub for AI innovation.
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