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Trade in services

Switzerland's external relations in the field of trade in services span over three levels, namely multilateral, European and bilateral with third countries.

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Trade in services policy

Services are the most dynamic sector and a key driver of the Swiss economy.

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WTO/GATS

The GATS Agreement is a key component of the WTO’s multilateral trading system and governs international trade in services.

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Services Trade Cockpit

The Services Trade Cockpit is an interactive overview of the most important statistics on trade in services with the main trading partners.

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EU/EFTA trade in services

Switzerland maintains close ties with the EU in the area of trade in services, as well as preferential relations with its EFTA partner countries.

Trade in services in free trade agreements (FTAs)

Switzerland maintains preferential relations in the services sector through free trade agreements, most of which have been concluded within the framework of EFTA.

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Digital Trade / E-Commerce

Switzerland is committed to establishing international rules for digital trade and supports the free flow of data in order to develop long-term solutions for the digital economy.

Contact

State Secretariat for Economic Affairs SECO
Foreign Economic Affairs Directorate
Special Foreign Economic Service / Services
Holzikofenweg 36
CH - 3003 Bern