The aim is to coordinate cooperation between the private sector and the government administration to help Swiss companies gain international visibility and identify possible business opportunities. The Covid-19 pandemic has boosted the demand for sustainable solutions, and so-called “Re-Start” initiatives have increased competition, according to a statement by the economics ministry on Wednesday.
As part of the cooperation, including the export risk insuranceExternal link and the Switzerland Global EnterpriseExternal link export promotion agency, a digital platform will be set up. In a first step towards improving access to infrastructure projects in other countries, the government in 2019 decided to launch a central coordination unit in the State Secretariat for Economic Affairs. The office provides expertise in economic diplomacy, insurance and financing, the statement said.