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
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