The Geneva Center for Neutrality (GCN) held a productive meeting with Special Advisor of the Center for Humanitarian Dialogue, a delegation from the Global Governance Institution from China.

 

The discussion opened with introductory remarks from Angelo Gnaedinger, Special Advisor at the Center for Humanitarian Dialogue, and former Director General of the International Committee of the Red Cross. Participants shared their professional backgrounds and current institutional priorities, establishing a broad foundation for exchange.

 

Amb. Jean-Daniel Ruch, Co-founder of the Geneva Center for Neutrality and Katy Cojuhari, Head of the International Cooperation Department, presented GCN's mission and developing activities, including its work on promoting neutrality as a constructive concept in contemporary international relations. The presentation generated interest among participants, who noted the relevance of neutrality in diverse geopolitical contexts.

 

Andy (Shichen) Tian, Founder and President of Global Governance Institution with his collegues outlined their research areas and engagement in Europe and Asia, including initiatives on sustainable development and nuclear non-proliferation. They also shared perspectives on current challenges in global governance and international perceptions of major powers. A constructive exchange followed on issues of neutrality, economic competition, and international security narratives.

 

The meeting concluded with agreement to explore several avenues of collaboration. These include the possible creation of a joint expert working group on regional neutrality concepts, and the potential development of future conferences in Switzerland.

 

Geneva Center for Neutrality views this meeting as a positive step toward expanding its international partnerships and contributing to informed, balanced, and peaceful global discourse.