In particular, the interests of small states such as Switzerland can be defended globally only
with "proactive" diplomacy and by putting forward positions in the global network in a good
and coordinated manner.
Performance targets and planning
Structural problems of global networking are ideally addressed globally. Accordingly, Swiss
interests relating to the private sector, society and authorities are to be put forward in a
coordinated manner insofar as possible.
Although the administration of core Internet resources is to continue according to liberal
principles, it is to be less dominated by the interests of the few countries involved in the
Internet industry. The common guidelines are to be jointly issued and imposed by
governments. The stability and availability of the Internet should be ensured for all, and the
freedom of citizens and companies on the Internet should not be restricted
disproportionately.
With regard to the creation of international best practices, policies and agreements in the
area of safety and security standards, as well as in the security policy environment, it is
essential when putting forward Switzerland's interests for a coordinated approach to be
adopted, particularly by economic players and public authority units.
Measures
Measure 9
Switzerland (private sector, society, authorities) actively and in a coordinated manner
advocates Internet governance that is compatible with the Swiss concept of freedom and
(personal) responsibility, universal service, equal opportunities, human rights and the rule of
law. Switzerland is also committed to reasonable internationalisation and democratisation of
Internet management. Its experience in the democratic decision-making process enables it to
bring added value to consensus building. (DETEC, FDFA, DDPS, FDF)
Implementation
DETEC represents Switzerland and its interests in the relevant processes and institutions in
the area of Internet governance. It coordinates and defines Switzerland's interests and
positions in the area of Internet governance with the relevant federal units. Moreover,
DETEC runs a multi-stakeholder exchange platform ("Plateforme Tripartite") which is open to
all interested members of Switzerland's administration, private sector, civil society and
academia, and integrates their interests appropriately.
In international bodies and events relating to security policy that have a direct or indirect
influence on Internet governance, the relevant players are represented by the FDFA, FDF
and DDPS.
In collaboration with the departments involved, DETEC and the FDFA are compiling an
overview of the priority events, initiatives and international bodies concerning Internet
governance for the end of 2013.
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