The regional government of Geneva has called for greater federal support to defend organisations based in the city that face financial uncertainty due to foreign aid cuts ordered by US President Donald Trump. On Monday, regional leaders described the potential impact on these international bodies and NGOs as a tsunami, warning that existing operations are under threat.
According to The Local, officials in Geneva argue that the Swiss federal government is not doing enough to mitigate the consequences of the American policy shift. The regional authority has highlighted the vulnerability of these Geneva-based entities as they prepare for the loss of vital funding streams. Further details regarding the extent of the impact on specific agencies or the government's response remain limited at this stage.
Source: The Local. Read the original report ↗