ZIMBABWE has received over US$100 million in development support from Switzerland since 2012, with authorities saying government remains committed to strengthening co-operation with international partners.
Finance, Economic Development and Investment Promotion minister Mthuli Ncube said the ongoing Structured Dialogue Process (SDP) with Switzerland was critical towards maintaining bilateral relations.
He said this after meeting Swiss ambassador to Zimbabwe, Stephane Rey, on Wednesday in Harare.
The discussions focused on deepening development co-operation and advancing key economic reforms.
“The SDP remains an important platform for engagement with our development partners as we continue implementing the National Development Strategy 2,” Ncube said.
“We discussed farmer compensation, social protection financing and the future of international co-operation, which are key areas in supporting our economic reform programme.”
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He said existing agreements between the two countries provided a solid framework for increased economic co-operation and investment.
“Our relations with Switzerland remain cordial and mutually beneficial, underpinned by important agreements such as the Bilateral Investment Promotion and Protection Agreement signed in 2023 and the Double Taxation Agreement of 2025.
“These instruments strengthen investor confidence and support sustainable economic growth.”
Rey said the discussions centred on reviewing ongoing development programmes and identifying priorities for future co-operation.
He said Switzerland’s development support over the years targeted sectors including agriculture, health, governance and social protection.
“Switzerland’s continued support, amounting to approximately US$100 million since 2012, has contributed to important sectors such as agriculture, health, governance and social protection,” he said.
“We remain committed to enhancing co-operation, advancing sustainable development and promoting inclusive economic growth in Zimbabwe.”
Zimbabwe and Switzerland have maintained strong bilateral relations for many years, with co-operation largely focused on development assistance, economic reforms and social protection programmes aimed at supporting vulnerable communities.