Celebrating 60 years of Australian-Swiss Diplomatic Relations

Wednesday, October 06, 2021

Published on 27.10.2021 by The Australian Swiss Chamber of Commerce

On the occasion of the 60th anniversary of Australian-Swiss diplomatic relations, the Australian Ambassador to Switzerland H. E. Philip Green held a celebratory reception on Wednesday, 6th October 2021 in Bern, Switzerland.

Celebrating 60 years of Australian-Swiss Diplomatic Relations

The well attended event featured guest speaker, Mr Johannes Matyassy, Deputy State Secretary at the Swiss Foreign Ministry. The event, conducted in compliance with Covid-19 regulations, showcased Australian music, food, wine and art and attracted over 100 guests.

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