Geneva
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Diplomacy
An interview with the Geneva-based, football-playing Brazilian permanent representative to the WTO.
Blue-sky thinking
When representatives at the UN aren’t engaged at the Palais des Nations in Geneva, they’re relaxing at their very own swimming club. Monocle grabbed a towel and checked out this oasis of calm conversation.
It’s about time
Switzerland’s high-end watchmakers, at this year’s Salon International de la Haute Horlogerie in Geneva, seemed blissfully indifferent to the downgrades and debt crisis sweeping the continent.
Office hottie
This ethical investment firm in Geneva based its office design on grand old banks. The dark decor draws the eye to lake views, providing a welcoming space to earn your daily keep.
Diplomacy rules
Geneva is a world-shaper and a cultural hub on the rise in our Quality of Life index. But with high costs and rival cities, can it hold on to its unique role?
Capital punishment
The world’s most powerful cities are often its least interesting. From Brussels to Washington DC, we explore why capital cities can be so dull and what, if anything, can be done about it.
Pleasure as business
Since his appointment as CEO of MSC’s pleasure cruise business, Pierfrancesco Vago has seen passenger numbers rocket. He explains what makes his company revolutionary and outlines his predictions for economic recovery.
Watch word
The watch season kicked off early in Geneva at the Salon International de la Haute Horlogerie (SIHH), a tour of blue-chip brands that saw the unveiling of Ralph Lauren’s new collection.
Could do better
Though they missed the top 10, the cities ranked 11-20 in Monocle's Quality of Life chart are still great places to live. We explore what makes them stand out.
