Federal Council adopts measures on Horizon Europe and strengthens international space cooperation
Bern, 4.5.2022 - Switzerland is currently considered a non-associated third country in Horizon Europe, the EU Framework Programme for Research and Innovation. On 4 May 2022, the Federal Council adopted extensive measures to bridge the gap arising from this situation. Swiss researchers participating in EU projects are funded directly by the federal government. In addition, transitional solutions are offered for calls for proposals currently inaccessible to Swiss participants. Whilst rapid association to Horizon Europe remains the Federal Council’s goal, it has decided on further measures to diversify and strengthen the international orientation of Swiss research and innovation in its areas of excellence. Furthermore, the Federal Council will intensify international cooperation in the space sector.