From the snowy Alps to bustling tech hubs, Switzerland and China are building bridges – both literal and metaphorical. In an exclusive interview with CMG, Swiss Federal Councilor Guy Parmelin, overseeing economic affairs, highlighted the 'pioneering spirit' driving collaboration between the two nations.
Parmelin praised historic milestones like their 2014 free trade deal and teased future partnerships in AI, high-tech manufacturing, and vocational training. 'Trust and fairness are the foundation,' he said, comparing the alliance to Swiss precision meets Chinese innovation.
Amid global uncertainty, Switzerland – a neutral player – vows to champion multilateral dialogue. 'Protectionism helps no one,' Parmelin emphasized, signaling openness to mediate conflicts. Could this duo become a blueprint for global cooperation?
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