# Diplomatic reopening in Pyongyang

- Place: Bern, Switzerland (46.948, 7.4474)
- Published: 2026-11-01T12:07:43.917Z · expires 2026-11-08T12:07:43.917Z
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Swiss Foreign Minister Didier Burkhalter arrived in Pyongyang as Bern reopens its diplomatic office, per Korea Herald.

The move marks a significant step in Swiss-Pyongyang relations after a hiatus, with Bern aiming to restore dialogue on regional security issues.

Meanwhile, the Swiss National Bank reported a 19.1 billion franc profit in the third quarter, driven by gold and foreign asset gains, Reuters reports.

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