On Monday, 13 April, the Republic and Canton of Geneva and the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) renewed their partnership, marked by longstanding and renewed support for humanitarian action. State Councillor Nathalie Fontanet and ICRC President Mirjana Spoljaric signed a new agreement covering the period 2026–2029. The agreement will support the ICRC’s work in forgotten conflicts that struggle to mobilize sufficient funding.
"This renewed agreement with the Republic and Canton of Geneva comes at a critical time," said ICRC President Mirjana Spoljaric. "Conflicts are driving unprecedented humanitarian needs while the resources to respond are under increasing strain. This financial support reflects not only Geneva’s unwavering commitment to humanitarian action but also its consistent support for civilians caught in protracted conflicts that are too often neglected by the international community."
