This was announced by Swiss President Viola Amherd during the opening of the 4th European Political Community Summit at Blenheim Palace in Woodstock, England.
Key Highlights
- Signatories: 87 countries have signed the Bürgenstock Communiqué.
- Continued Participation: Additional countries are signing the communiqué, even those not present at the summit.
Statements from President Viola Amherd "Despite the different points of view that were expressed at Bürgenstock, we were able to agree on a common vision. That vision was to create a new world for all of us. This vision is summarized in the Bürgenstock Communiqué, which has been signed by 87 countries to date. Other countries continue to sign the communiqué, even some of them were not present at the summit," stated President Amherd.
Vision and Next Steps
- Common Vision: The communiqué represents a shared vision for a peaceful future and serves as a basis for further discussions.
- Path to Peace: The summit marked the first step in a challenging peace process. Discussions with Ukraine and key partners are ongoing to determine the next steps and maintain momentum.
- Concrete Actions: Emphasis on nuclear safety, food security, and the release of prisoners of war.
Key Points in the Communiqué
- Nuclear Safety: Any use of nuclear energy and facilities must be safe, reliable, secure, and environmentally sound.
- Food Security: Food security should never be weaponized, and attacks on merchant ships and civilian port infrastructure are unacceptable.
- Prisoners of War: All prisoners of war must be released, and all deported and illegally displaced Ukrainians must be returned, including children and other civilians.
Switzerland's Role
- Active Participation: Switzerland is committed to continuing its active role in the peace process.
- Engagement with Global South: Efforts to strengthen bridges with the Global South and China, receiving positive feedback and encouraging their participation in the communiqué.
Background of the Peace Summit
- Dates: Held on June 15-16 at the Swiss resort of Bürgenstock.
- Focus: The summit emphasized the inadmissibility of nuclear weapons in Ukraine, the use of food security as a weapon, and the necessity of a full exchange of prisoners of war.
Conclusion The Bürgenstock Communiqué signifies a unified global effort towards a peaceful future. With 87 countries already committed and more expected to join, the communiqué lays the groundwork for ongoing peace discussions and concrete actions to address critical issues.
