International Cooperation Forum 2026
The challenges and future of humanitarian aid were the focus of the 5th edition of the International Cooperation Forum (IC Forum), which took place on 26 and 27 February 2026 at the Geneva International Conference Centre. Among the personalities who spoke at the forum were Federal Councillors Ignazio Cassis and Martin Pfister, as well as the United Nations Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs, Tom Fletcher and Mirjana Spoljaric, president of the ICRC.
In an international context marked by an increase in the number of crises and a significant reduction in humanitarian funding, it is more important than ever to reflect on the future of humanitarian aid.
The 2026 edition focused on redefining humanitarian priorities in a changing geopolitical environment. Over the course of two days, political leaders, international organisations, NGOs, the private sector and academia discussed the directions needed for tomorrow's humanitarian aid.
As the depositary state of the Geneva Conventions, Switzerland will focus on respect for humanitarian principles and international humanitarian law, as well as major crisis situations and the future of International Geneva.
The next IC Forum will take place in Baden on 25 and 26 February 2027.
Programme
Various thematic sessions on humanitarian aid punctuated the two days of meetings and debates at the IC Forum.
Replay and Take aways
What can we take away from the various editions of the IC Forum? What lessons have been learned? What solutions have been proposed? Discover the results and insights from the most recent editions of the IC Forum.
IC Award
The IC Award recognises Swiss companies that are making a difference by offering innovative approaches in the field of international cooperation.
News
Learn more about Switzerland’s commitment and its impact through humanitarian action in various regions around the world.
Speakers
Representatives from international cooperation, politics, academia and youth groups took part in the various sessions of the IC Forum.
Marketspace
Several dozen exhibitors showcased their activities, ideas, and challenges alongside the themed sessions.
Contact
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