Thomas Cueni

Thomas Cueni is Director General of IFPMA, the global association of pharmaceutical research companies, based in Geneva. Prior to joining IFPMA he was Secretary General of Interpharma, the association of pharmaceutical research companies in Switzerland.

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Covid-19 innovations needed today and for future pandemics

This content was published on Mar 6, 2023 The World Trade Organization ongoing discussions on watering down intellectual property protections need to look more closely at the facts.

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It’s time to put an end to pathogen protectionism

This content was published on Dec 16, 2021 Unrestricted access to pathogens would help the world prepare for new variants and future pandemics, argues Thomas Cueni.

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People walk in front of the main building of the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology (ETH) and the sculpture "The Convalescent" by Otto Charles Baenninger, in Zurich, on November 30, 2024.

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Foreign Affairs

How a top Swiss university is screening Chinese students

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Swiss Abroad

Switzerland, the promised land of coats of arms

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Science

Swiss youth in vocational training seek jobs less prone to automation

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Foreign Affairs

Switzerland and UNRWA: timeline of a rocky relationship

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History

Ubersitz, the utterly unique – and deafening – Swiss custom

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How have recent political and economic events influenced your trust in the Swiss government?

For the first time, those who distrust the government outnumber those who trust it. Why?

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Nov 24, 2024

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Are direct democracies more vulnerable to disinformation?

The wave of disinformation is expected to particularly affect direct democracies such as Switzerland or many US states.

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Dec 5, 2024

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What psychological challenges have you had to overcome after leaving Switzerland?

Despite the joys of new adventures and experiences, emigrating can be huge challenge – especially psychologically. Share your experiences.

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Nov 28, 2024

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