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Dominique Soguel

International Geneva reporter and subeditor, English department

Multimedia journalist reporting for the International Geneva beat and supporting editorial quality control in the English department. Swiss-Chilean multimedia journalist with two decades of reporting experience in the US, Europe and the Middle East, with occasional assignments in South America and Africa. I enjoy investigative and long-form stories, and have also worked in breaking news and every format in between.

A Ukrainian soldier launches FlyEye WB Electronics SA, a Polish reconnaissance drone, which is in service with the Ukrainian army, in Kyiv region, Ukraine, Tuesday, Aug. 2, 2022.

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Warfare rewired: drones and civilian risk

This content was published on Drone warfare is rapidly reshaping modern conflict, raising urgent questions about accountability and compliance with international humanitarian law.

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What is a tariff? A quick guide

This content was published on Tariffs play a key role in US President Donald Trump’s economic strategy and diplomatic moves. But who truly benefits, and who pays the price?

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Can the WTO live up to its mission?

This content was published on Trade tensions are on the rise since US President Donald Trump took office and started rolling out tariffs. What can Geneva's WTO do about it?

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The mystery of Switzerland’s surging imports of Uzbek and Kazakh gold

This content was published on Switzerland’s imports of gold originating in Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan have boomed since Russia attacked Ukraine. Trade data and expert analyses suggest some could be surreptitiously coming from Russia in violation of sanctions.

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Gold: Can the UAE outshine Switzerland?

This content was published on Switzerland has long dominated the world gold market. What does the UAE’s emergence as a potential rival mean for the Alpine nation?

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What role do ethical considerations play when you purchase gold?

Are you willing to pay a premium to know where and how the gold was sourced? Tell us what you think!

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What should be done to ensure mega sporting events do not harm human rights or the environment?

What criteria should sports organisations consider when choosing a venue for international competitions such as the World Cup or the Olympics?

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Do you find the idea of global minimum corporate tax rate democratic or undemocratic?

Should people and countries be able to determine their own tax regimes, or is a global standard needed to avoid inequalities?

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