logy matters. Given its reliability and strong multilateral engagement, Switzerland should also take a prominent role in supporting reforms towards results-based multilateralism. … technology is an established pillar of Swiss foreign policy Switzerland is at the cutting edge of technological developments, thanks to the work of its universities and the many Swiss-based companies operating in this field. International organisations, NGOs and forums such as the WEF, are also addressing the wide-ranging issues presented by new technologies. These technologies are changing the world. Swiss foreign policy therefore should venture into tech diplomacy. In 2028, international Geneva will be an innovative ecosystem of actors addressing issues of the future. It will be a key location for debate and regulation in the fields of digital transformation and biotechnology. The militarisation of outer space, killer robots, the protection of privacy in the digital era, and the fourth industrial revolution will all be topics on the diplomatic agenda. While the risks should not be underestimated, it is essential to seize the opportunities presented by new technologies. Big data analytics, for example, can help 7

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