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BÜRGENSTOCK, Switzerland – A two-day Global Peace Summit commenced on Saturday, 15 June, with the opening address delivered by Viola Amherd, President of the Swiss Federal Council.

The summit, centred on discussing Ukraine’s “peace formula,” seeks to advance a peaceful resolution to the ongoing conflict.

Held at the picturesque resort of Bürgenstock in central Switzerland, the summit aims to “initiate a peace process, foster an atmosphere of trust, and outline ideas for the next steps towards such a process,” according to the Swiss government.

The event, which spans 15-16 June, brings together a diverse array of global leaders and diplomats.

The summit boasts participation from 100 delegations, including 57 heads of state and government officials from around the world.

Notably absent is Russia, which was neither invited nor expressed interest in attending.

Attendees will have the opportunity to present their visions for a just and sustainable peace in Ukraine. This inclusive platform allows for a comprehensive dialogue on the conflict’s resolution, reflecting the global community’s vested interest in ending the hostilities.

The summit’s agenda features plenary sessions and discussions focused on three primary aspects of the peace formula: nuclear safety, food security, and humanitarian issues.

These critical topics are expected to shape the dialogue and inform future strategies for achieving peace.

1. Nuclear Safety: Addressing the risks and ensuring the safety of nuclear facilities amidst the conflict.
2. Food Security: Tackling the challenges posed by the war to global food supply chains and addressing the humanitarian impact.
3. Humanitarian Dimension: Focusing on the needs and rights of those affected by the conflict, including displaced persons and civilians.

One of the summit’s notable features is the planned discussion on how and when Russia could be included in the peace process.

The Swiss Federal Council has emphasised that a long-term solution ultimately requires the participation of both sides.

This dialogue aims to explore pathways for eventual Russian engagement, despite current tensions and Russia’s prior rejections of the summit.

In the lead-up to the summit, Swiss organisers amended problematic sections of the final communiqué, which could have had adverse implications for Ukraine.

These changes were made to ensure a more favourable outcome and to maintain the integrity of the summit’s objectives.

However, these adjustments led to some countries reconsidering their participation, with several states opting out at the last minute.

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