Swiss State Secretariat for Economic Affairs (SECO)
http://www.seco-cooperation.admin.ch
Primary Contact
Martin Peter
Economic Cooperation and Development
The Economic Cooperation and Development Division at the State Secretariat for Economic Affairs ( SECO ) is responsible for the planning and implementation of economic and trade policy measures with developing countries. SECO 's main aims are to integrate partner countries into the global economy and to promote the sustainable economic growth of these countries, thus contributing to poverty reduction. The priorities include promoting stable economic conditions, strengthening competitiveness, supporting trade diversification, mobilising domestic and foreign investment, and improving basic infrastructure. Particular emphasis is placed on energy, environmental and climate issues.