10 сент 2002 г. - Switzerland joins the United Nations

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Switzerland, known for its long-standing policy of neutrality, took a historic step by joining the United Nations (UN) on 10th September 2002. This followed a nationwide referendum in which 55% of voters and cantons supported the move, highlighting a changing attitude towards international engagement.

For many decades, Switzerland had maintained observer status at the UN, providing humanitarian assistance and hosting diplomatic negotiations without being a full member. Its entry into the UN symbolised a departure from absolute neutrality and a willingness to play a more active role in global affairs, while still retaining its tradition of non-aggression and peace mediation. It became the UN's 190th member, followed by East Timor in the same month.