Germany appoints Markus Potzel as its ambassador to Switzerland
Markus Potzel, a seasoned diplomat with experience in Singapore, Tehran, and as Personal Advisor to the then German Foreign Minister Frank-Walter Steinmeier, has taken up his new ambassadorial post in Bern, Switzerland.
Potzel's appointment, announced by the Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany in Bern, comes on September 18, 2025. The diplomat, who has also served as Deputy Special Political Envoy of the UN Secretary-General for the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA), previously represented Germany in Iran and Afghanistan.
Potzel's credentials were presented to President Karin Keller-Sutter on Thursday, September 17, 2025. In his statement, Potzel emphasized the close partnership and friendship between Germany and Switzerland, working together for a secure and liveable future in a rules-based world.
Before his new appointment, Potzel headed the crisis unit at the Federal Foreign Office and served as Special Representative of the Federal Government for Afghanistan and Pakistan, accompanying the Doha peace negotiations in this role.
Potzel and his team are looking forward to working with their partners in Switzerland, continuing the strong relationship between the two nations. The news of Potzel's appointment was published by SDA on September 18, 2025, at 15:50.
In his diplomatic career, Potzel has demonstrated a commitment to peace and stability, making him an ideal choice for the ambassadorial post in Bern, Switzerland. As Potzel settles into his new role, both nations can look forward to a continued strong partnership and friendship.
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