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Aligning investments with climate targets
In signing the Paris Climate Agreement in 2015, the international community pledged, among other things, to orient financial flows towards a low-carbon economy. Switzerland is moving along that path – but in very small steps.
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SDG Impact Finance Initiative: impact for whom?
There is a new SECO initiative designed to mobilise private capital for developing countries. It raises several questions about governance and development impacts.
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Glencore sues Colombia over Cerrejón Mine
No sooner had the announcement on giving up fossil fuels been made, than Switzerland's Glencore International became the sole owner of Latin America's biggest open pit coal mine. It is even taking the Colombian State to court.
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UNGPs: a decade of incoherent action
Business-related human rights violations are frequent occurrences. Yet there is an international framework designed to provide solutions. This month marks the 10th anniversary of the adoption of the UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights.
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Private sector engagement: a perilous path
In implementing the International Cooperation Strategy 2021-2024, the SDC plans to scale up its cooperation with the private sector and strike up new partnerships. How is this impacting developing countries?
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Who is afraid of the NGOs?
The Responsible Business Initiative failed in November because of a majority vote by the cantons, conservative economic associations could heave a sigh of relief. The backlash came nonetheless: Chronicle of a political attack on NGOs.
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« A prosperous Africa is in our interest »
During Swiss Federal Councillor Ignazio Cassis' visit to North and West Africa, the priorities of the new MENA and Sub-Saharan Africa strategies were at the heart of the discussions. Interview with our Business and Development expert Laurent Matile.
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Blended Finance: Dream or reality?
The 2030 Agenda rests on what is hitherto the most ambitious funding strategy for sustainable development. Is it realistic to think it possible to raise trillions for the sustainable development goals?
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YES to the Responsible Business Initiative!
On 29 November, Swiss voters will decide whether companies will also be held accountable abroad for damage they have caused.
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