Regions@SDC

Switzerland's international cooperation efforts are organised into three geographical divisions or regions: Sub-Saharan Africa, Asia - Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC), and MENA – Europe. Each division adopts an integrated approach, combining development cooperation and humanitarian aid.

SDC personnel and local reconstruction personnel in Discussion. In the background a damaged wooden house. — Post hurricane reconstruction, Nicaragua 2020

The Sub-Saharan Africa Division focuses on fragile or conflict-affected areas, while the Asia - LAC Division prioritises the least developed countries. The MENA – Europe Division covers the Middle East, North Africa, and Eastern Europe, emphasizing peace, prosperity, and humanitarian aid.

Thematic advisers and staff offices support these divisions in their respective regions.

The SDC is a learning organisation. It promotes a culture of individual and organisational learning both internally and in its partnerships. We hope you enjoy the insights presented on this website.

About our work on the official SDC page

Mongolia has made significant political, social and economic progress, including in poverty reduction. — © SDC

From emergency relief to development cooperation: Switzerland has made a successful contribution to sustainable development in Mongolia. We look back at a 20-year partnership.

Regions@SDC

About our work on the official SDC page

More on SDC's work

Switzerland’s international cooperation strategy 2025-2028

Dispatch on the International Cooperation Strategy 2021-24

SDC’s countries of intervention