world capital

Of course, I am talking about Geneva! The worldwide seat of 25 international organisations such as the World Trade Organisation (WTO), the International Labour Organisation (ILO) and the World Health Organisation (WHO). It is also the European center of the United Nations. There are 157 states represented here and around 35'000 diplomats and international civil servants.

This week there was an international conference on debt management at the United Nations building. Many interesting topics on this issue were discussed by delegates from all over the world. For me, it was special occasion on two accounts. First, it was the first time in my life that I went to work in Geneva. Funny feeling. And second, it is always a priviledge to sit behind the board reading "Switzerland". Do we not have the best point of view?

Then there were also side-events such as the bazaar. Many countries had food stands and I tasted products from exotic countries.

Of course, every place has its symbol. At the UN headquarters in Geneva, it is the peacock.