Polish President Karol Nawrocki will make a two-day state visit to Switzerland from 27 May to 28 May 2026, with talks in Bern and a second-day programme in French-speaking Switzerland.
What is on the table? Mainly, European policy, European security and the geopolitical situation. The delegations will discuss the objectives of the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE) during Switzerland’s current chairpersonship, among other things.
“The talks will focus on the excellent and diverse bilateral relations between the two countries. One of the aims of the state visit is to strengthen these ties, particularly in the areas of business and science,” the Swiss announcement said.
The invitation comes from Guy Parmelin, President of the Swiss Confederation 2026. The visit will also focus on bilateral ties, education and innovation.
Poland remains Switzerland’s most important trading partner in Central Europe, with a trade volume of around CHF 6.5 billion in 2025.
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The state visit is not only a ceremonial occasion but also a chance to highlight links in science, research and higher education, areas where Switzerland’s ties to EU and non-EU partners are closely watched.
The timing also matters because state visits often generate side discussions on business, trade and security, even when the public agenda is framed around protocol and cultural exchange. A two-day trip with a stop in French-speaking Switzerland gives the government room to showcase regional links beyond the federal capital
Poland receives the largest share of the second Swiss contribution, totalling approximately CHF 320 million. In May 2025, a memorandum of understanding was signed to strengthen cooperation in the fields of education, research and innovation.
