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As the GCTF enters into the second year of operation, Switzerland is pleased with the level of cooperation among Members, but also between the Forum and external actors. We are particularly encouraged that UN representatives are regularly invited and participate at GCTF meetings.
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Switzerland equally welcomes the adoption of the Algiers Memorandum on Good Practices on Preventing and Denying the Benefits of Kidnapping for Ransom by Terrorists, which is a highly significant document. Switzerland takes a tough stance and does not pay any ransom. We look forward to the implementation of the document in the coming months. But our efforts have to go beyond the issue of ransom. We also have to strengthen international cooperation for preventing kidnapping and, if a need occurs, for rescuing and ensuring the safe and unharmed release of hostages.
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Switzerland equally welcomes the adoption of the Algiers Memorandum on Good Practices on Preventing and Denying the Benefits of Kidnapping for Ransom by Terrorists, which is a highly significant document. Switzerland takes a tough stance and does not pay any ransom. We look forward to the implementation of the document in the coming months. But our efforts have to go beyond the issue of ransom. We also have to strengthen international cooperation for preventing kidnapping and, if a need occurs, for rescuing and ensuring the safe and unharmed release of hostages.
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Switzerland equally welcomes the adoption of the Algiers Memorandum on Good Practices on Preventing and Denying the Benefits of Kidnapping for Ransom by Terrorists, which is a highly significant document. Switzerland takes a tough stance and does not pay any ransom. We look forward to the implementation of the document in the coming months. But our efforts have to go beyond the issue of ransom. We also have to strengthen international cooperation for preventing kidnapping and, if a need occurs, for rescuing and ensuring the safe and unharmed release of hostages.
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