Neutralitätspolitik refers to Switzerland's long-standing policy of neutrality, which means not taking sides in conflicts or wars between other countries.
Neutralitätspolitik is like being Switzerland in a game of dodgeball. While everyone else is throwing balls at each other, Switzerland remains neutral and avoids getting hit by any ball.
Völkerrecht: Völkerrecht means "international law" in German. It encompasses the legal principles that govern relations between nations, including neutrality.
Diplomatie: Diplomatie refers to diplomacy, the practice of conducting negotiations and maintaining relationships between countries to achieve peaceful resolutions.
Konfliktlösung: Konfliktlösung means "conflict resolution" in German. It involves finding peaceful ways to resolve disputes and disagreements without resorting to violence.
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