Swiss Federal Councillor Cassis Visits Hungary

Federal Councillor Ignazio Cassis, head of the Federal Department of Foreign Affairs (FDFA), gave an address highlighting Switzerland's foreign policy strategy at the Hungarian Ambassadors' Conference in Budapest this Friday.

During the visit, he also held working meetings with Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade Péter Szijjártó and Minister of Justice Judit Varga of the Hungarian government.

His address to the Hungarian Ambassadors' Conference in Budapest focused on Switzerland's foreign policy strategy. He also explained the importance of adopting a methodological approach to developing the strategy, stating that "this three-stage strategy cascade means our foreign policy is more coherent, as well as raising Switzerland's global profile. It shows everyone what we stand for, what our strengths are, and where there are opportunities for close cooperation." He went on to explain that as a highly interconnected country and host to a number of international organisations, it was essential that Switzerland focus on its strengths.