As an emitter of greenhouse gases, Switzerland has an obligation. As a mountainous country, which is heavily exposed to natural hazards, it is one of the major beneficiaries of a successful climate policy. As a financial and technological centre, it can contribute its expertise at the international level. Doing nothing is therefore not an option. That would be much more expensive for us than resolute action. Christine Hofmann Deputy Director Federal Office for the Environment (FOEN) The Paris Agreement - leading to a stable climate