Program for international exercises of the army
At a meeting on February 16, 2022, the Federal Council approved the 2022 exercise program for international military training cooperation. The cooperation includes the exchange of experience in the areas of special forces, pilot recovery, infantry and shooting.
The Armed Forces regularly participate in international exercises as part of Switzerland's military training cooperation. A total of 13 such training activities are planned for 2022, nine of which will take place abroad and probably four in Switzerland.
The Federal Council has also authorized the Defense Group to independently conclude any bilateral or multilateral implementation agreements for participation in the individual exercises.
Promoting the exchange of knowledge and experience
Cooperation, particularly in the areas of special forces, pilot recovery, and infantry and marksmanship, he said, promotes the exchange of knowledge and experience and gives the Army comparative opportunities to examine its own capabilities and processes.
In addition, the Swiss Air Force would be able to carry out flight exercises that would not be possible in Switzerland due to environmental restrictions, among other things. In return, the Swiss Armed Forces could provide other countries with their own training infrastructures and specific expertise (e.g. helicopter simulator for "Super Puma" in Emmen or training in high mountains).
Source: the Federal Council
