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Published on 8 February 2025

EFTA–Mercosur and bilateral relations: Ignazio Cassis concludes five-day visit to Latin America

Bern, 8.2.2025 - Federal Councillor Ignazio Cassis, head of the Federal Department of Foreign Affairs (FDFA), visited Paraguay, Bolivia and Brazil from 3 to 7 February. Finalising the EFTA–Mercosur free trade agreement and advancing Switzerland's economic interests were central to the Federal Councillor's discussions in these three countries. Other current foreign policy issues were also addressed.