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Thursday, November 7, 2024

Swiss Diplomacy Braces for U.S. Election Outcome

Published: 2024-11-05

As the U.

S. presidential election looms, Switzerland's Federal Council is preparing for two distinct scenarios: a victory for either Kamala Harris or Donald Trump.

The Council has crafted specific language for each outcome, reflecting the nuanced diplomatic relations between Switzerland and the U.

S. If Harris wins, the Council plans to highlight the "historic moment" of electing the first female U.

S. President and emphasize the importance of U.

S.-Europe relations for global stability.

In contrast, a Trump victory would prompt a more reserved response, focusing on the long-standing partnership between the two nations without broader geopolitical commentary.

This preparation underscores the significance of the U.

S. election on international diplomacy, as the world awaits the results with bated breath.