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Tennis: India to face Switzerland in Davis Cup World Group I tie in September
New Delhi, March 6: India is set to take on Switzerland in a Davis Cup World Group I tie, following the draw conducted by the International Tennis Federation (ITF) in London on Thursday. The crucial encounter will be hosted by Switzerland from September 12 to 14, with the hosts selecting the playing surface.
Latifa bint Mohammed meets with Ambassador of Swiss Confederation to UAE
Dubai, February 28: Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairperson of the Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), met with Arthur Mattli, Ambassador of the Swiss Confederation to the UAE.
Switzerland, EFTA nations to invest USD 100 Billion in India over 15 Years says Consul General of Switzerland
Bhopal, February 24: Switzerland and other European Free Trade Association (EFTA) nations, including Iceland, Liechtenstein, and Norway, are set to invest USD 100 billion in India over the next 15 years, according to Martin U Maier, Consul General of Switzerland in Mumbai.
Swiss ambassador to North Korea assumes post after presenting credentials
Seoul, Feb 21: Switzerland's top envoy to North Korea has begun his duties after submitting his credentials to Choe Ryong-hae, chairman of the North's parliamentary standing committee, according to the North's state media Friday.
Sharjah, Neuchatel explore collaboration in manufacturing, innovation
Sharjah, February 21: The Sharjah FDI Office (Invest in Sharjah) and the Consulate General of the UAE in Geneva co-hosted a high-profile business roundtable at The Chedi Al Bait Hotel, Sharjah to strengthen bilateral economic ties and expand investment opportunities in Neuchatel, Switzerland.
India-Switzerland review global matters in 13th Annual Bilateral Political Consultations
New Delhi, February 14: Ministry of External Affairs Secretary West, Tanmay Lal, and Swiss State Secretary for Foreign Affairs, Alexandre Fasel held 13th round of annual bilateral political consultations, a statement by the Ministry of External Affairs said on Friday.
India-Switzerland economic ties set to strengthen with new investment pact; no impact of MFN suspension on Indian companies: Top Swiss official
New Delhi, February 14: State Secretary for Foreign Affairs in Switzerland, Alexandre Fasel, on Thursday, said that India and Switzerland are poised to strengthen their economic ties through a new bilateral investment treaty.
India is friends with everybody: Swiss State Secretary confident in nation's ability to play positive role in global affairs
New Delhi, February 14: As the world grapples with conflicts like the Russia-Ukraine war, Swiss State Secretary Alexandre Fasel has highlighted India's potential to play a larger, positive role in global affairs, citing its friendly relations with all countries and its position as a leading power of the Global South.
India, Switzerland hold 13th round of Foreign Office Consultations in Delhi
New Delhi, February 14: Ministry of External Affairs Secretary West, Tanmay Lal, and Swiss State Secretary for Foreign Affairs, Alexandre Fasel held 13th round of annual bilateral political consultations on Thursday.
Switzerland's MFN clause adjustment won't impact India-Swiss trade relations: Swiss Official
New Delhi, February 13: Switzerland's decision to adapt the Most Favored Nation (MFN) clause in its double taxation agreement with India will not impact bilateral financial and economic relations, according to Alexandra Fasel, State Secretary at the Swiss Federal Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Trade war would be in nobody's interest; India must play bigger global role, says top Swiss official
By Naveen Kapoor, New Delhi, February 13: Amid a difficult external economic environment facing various countries, Switzerland's State Secretary for Foreign Affairs Alexandre Fasel has said that trade wars "are never a good idea" and such a scenario would be in nobody's interest.
India-Switzerland to chalk out new investment pact; no impact of MFN suspension on Indian companies: Top Swiss official
By Naveen Kapoor, New Delhi, February 13: India and Switzerland are discussing a bilateral agreement on investments, Alexandre Fasel, the State Secretary for Foreign Affairs in Switzerland, confirmed on Thursday.
FM Sitharaman holds talks with top Swiss official to boost economic ties
New Delhi, Feb 10: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Monday held separate discussions with Helene Budliger Artieda, Swiss State Secretary for Economic Affairs and Dominique Hasler, Minister of Foreign Affairs of The Principality of Liechtenstein to strengthen bilateral economic relations with the two members of the European Free Trade Association (EFTA).
India to inaugurate EFTA Desk to bolster economic ties with 4 European nations today
New Delhi, Feb 10: In a significant step towards deepening economic ties with the European Free Trade Association (EFTA), Union Minister for Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal along with his counterparts from EFTA bloc will inaugurate the EFTA Desk at Bharat Mandapam in the national Capital on Monday.
India to inaugurate EFTA desk to enhance trade and investment under TEPA; Over 100 companies to participate
New Delhi, February 10: In a move to bolster economic engagement with the European Free Trade Association (EFTA), Union Minister for Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal, along with top dignitaries from EFTA nations, will inaugurate the EFTA Desk at Bharat Mandapam in the national capital on Monday.
WTA Tour: Bencic wins in Abu Dhabi, becomes first mother to claim singles title since 2023
Abu Dhabi, Feb 8: Less than four months after her return from maternity leave, Belinda Bencic made history by winning the singles title in the Abu Dhabi Open to become the first mother since 2023 to win a singles title on the WTA Tour. In a hard-fought final, Bencic defeated Ashlyn Krueger 4-6, 6-1, 6-1, coming back from losing the first set to capture the WTA 500 title on Saturday.
Five skiers killed in French Alps avalanches on off-Piste routes
Paris, January 30: Five skiers died in two separate avalanches in the French Alps, local media reported on Wednesday.
Chandrababu Naidu's Davos visit successful in creating 'AP Brand' image: Official
Amaravati, Jan 23: Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu's four-day visit to Davos aimed at creating 'AP Brand' image and setting up a network to invite massive investments to the state ended successfully, the state government said on Thursday.
Chandrababu Naidu invites Swiss companies to invest in Andhra Pradesh
Amaravati, Jan 20: On the first day of his visit to Davos on Monday to take part in the World Economic Forum (WEF) summit, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu made a strong pitch for investment into the state.
Andhra CM holds series of meetings with Swiss investors on first day of visit to Davos
Zurich, January 20: On the first day of his visit to Davos on Monday, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu held a series of high-level meetings with investors and business leaders. His visit is part of his participation in the World Economic Forum (WEF) summit, where he is actively showcasing the vast potential of Andhra Pradesh as an investment destination.
Swiss international Vargas joins La Liga outfit Sevilla
Madrid, Jan 10: La Liga side Sevilla has completed the signing of Switzerland's international winger Ruben Vargas from Bundesliga side Augsburg.