Partners and organisations

Switzerland is a partner to many international organisations in dealing with refugee and migration issues. It cooperates closely with the International Organization for Migration IOM and the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees UNHCR. As a founding member, alongside Austria, of the International Centre for Migration Policy Development, Switzerland works closely with this Vienna-based organisation. Switzerland also supports the International Institute of Humanitarian Law in San Remo. In addition, Switzerland is a member of the Council of Europe, which is committed to upholding human rights in the field of migration.

Last modification 23.04.2021

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