Aussenbeziehungen Kanton Basel-Stadt

The Department of External Relations and Location Marketing of the Canton of Basel-Stadt (Presidential Department) cultivates regional, national, and international relations. It promotes Basel as a business and research hub, manages international collaborations (especially trilateral cooperation in the Upper Rhine region), and markets Basel both domestically (within Switzerland) and internationally to enhance its attractiveness and visibility.

Main responsibilities:

• International Relations: Cultivating partnerships, networks, and collaborations (especially trilateral cooperation in the Upper Rhine region).

• Location Marketing: Positioning Basel as a business, research, and cultural center.

• Regional Conferences: Representation in regional bodies (e.g., Trinational Eurodistrict Basel, Northwestern Switzerland Government Conference).

• Major Events: Acquisition and management of trade fairs, congresses, and sporting events.

Federal Policy: Coordination of the canton's interests at the national level.