#WhySwitzerland Bringing quality to the fast lane! 🚗 700 out of 3000 components in a Tesla are sourced from a Swiss family-run business based in Zug: Bossard AG 🇨🇭

Amb Renggli briefly met Dr. Yunus, Chief Adviser of the interim gov. of🇧🇩, at an event. Dr. Yunus addressed the priorities, opportunities and challenges facing his gov.🇨🇭will continue its strong partnership with🇧🇩in its quest for peace, prosperity & economic empowerment for all.

Amb Renggli had the pleasure of meeting three coordinators from the student-led movement that advocates building a better & brighter future for🇧🇩. Despite the challenges, it was inspiring to learn from them about their vision for a more peaceful, democratic, just & prosperous 🇧🇩.

Ever heard of the Palais des Nations? 🇨🇭 Dating from 1929, it has been the European HQ of the United Nations since 1966 and was previously home to the League of Nations. Nowadays you can go on guided and thematic tours of the building, where high-level meetings are held 🤝 #UN

Amb Renggli paid a courtesy call to the Hon’ble Adviser of the Ministry of Fisheries and Livestock of the interim government of 🇧🇩. They discussed issues of mutual interest & the Adviser spoke about the priorities of the interim government, particularly those of her ministry.

Statement on the Anniversary of the #Rohingya Displacement from Myanmar.

Amb. Renggli paid courtesy visits to the advisors of the ministries of Industries,Housing and Public Works as well as Health and Family Welfare. 🇨🇭🇧🇩🤝Topics ranging from the priorities of the interim government to the importance of attracting FDI came up during the discussions.

On this International Day of the #VictimsofEnforcedDisappearances, we stand in solidarity with those affected by this grave #humanrights violation. We congratulate🇧🇩 on signing the 'International Convention for the Protection of All Persons from Enforced Disappearance' yesterday!

In 2023, Switzerland exported 16.9 million wristwatches, marking a significant increase of 1.1 million watches from the previous year. Asia alone accounted for nearly half (49%) of these Swiss watch exports. #WhySwitzerland

The #GenevaConventions, which were universally ratified 75 years ago, are the cornerstone of international humanitarian law (IHL). Learn more about the rules of armed conflict and Switzerland’s commitment to ensuring respect for #IHL.

Yesterday, Ambassador Reto Renggli warmly welcomed the 🇨🇭 community in 🇧🇩 to the postponed informal National Day gathering in his residence- better later than never! A great chance to connect with fellow Swiss citizens and have interesting exchanges. 🥳 #SwissinBD

Amb Renggli had a fruitful talk with the Hon’ble Adviser for the Min. of Home Affairs& the Min. of Agriculture. He highlighted that a 🇨🇭based org is interested to work with 🇧🇩 on #policereform & reaffirmed 🇨🇭’s willingness to work with 🇧🇩 on matters of mutual legal assistance.

The Swiss Government Excellence Scholarships 2025-2026 are now open! Eligible candidates from 🇧🇩 can apply for research, PhD, or post-doc studies in 🇨🇭. Deadline: October 31, 2024. More information here: tinyurl.com/3baryn68

Discover Switzerland's wild natural beauty aboard the legendary red trains that have been running on 120km of line from Thusis to Tirano since 1889! 🛤️ #BeautifulSwitzerland #RhB

Ambassador Renggli welcomed Christine Arab, new UN Women Regional Director for Asia & the Pacific, to discuss priorities in 🇧🇩amidst current socio-political developments. Embassy of Switzerland in Bangladesh remains committed to a strong partnership with #UNWomen in promoting gender equality.

Amb Renggli visited Syngenta🇧🇩 new office & had engaging exchanges with the management team about the agriculture sector. He was impressed by the special company approach toward ♀️ empowerment.🇨🇭private sector contributes to jobs, growth & innovation in 🇧🇩.

🚀 Instant payments are now live in 🇨🇭! Over 60 financial institutions, covering 95% of transactions, enable 24/7 immediate transfers. By 2026, all banks will be connected, marking a new era in Swiss cashless payments. More infofmation here: finance.swiss/en/news-and-ev…

With 🇨🇭 support and in partnership with Truvalu & IPDC, 17 women-focused businesses in Bangladesh joined training on gender-inclusive business development! 🇨🇭is driving #GenderLensInvesting to promote gender equality & better investment outcomes. 💪💼 #SwssInBD

Amb Renggli visited the Hon’ble Adviser for the Min. of Shipping and the Min. of Textile and Jute. They discussed the importance of having a strong civil society and investment conditions for positive socio-economic changes in 🇧🇩 and how 🇨🇭 can support this journey.