Dr Thomas Oertle Appointed to Three West African Diplomatic Posts by S

Dr Thomas Oertle, a seasoned diplomat with a background in the Middle East, East Africa, and North Africa, has been appointed as the Ambassador-designate to Ghana, Benin, and Togo. The Embassy of Switzerland in Accra announced his appointment on August 14, 2026.

A Career Spanning Multiple Regions

Dr Oertle's career spans multiple regions, including the Middle East, East Africa, and North Africa. Prior to his appointment, he led Switzerland's diplomatic mission in Muscat as Head of Mission, covering the Sultanate of Oman and the Republic of Yemen. Before that, he served as Regional Head for Swiss International Cooperation in the Horn of Africa, operating out of Nairobi with responsibility for Ethiopia, Kenya, and Somalia.

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Building on Existing Relationships

Speaking ahead of taking up his post, Ambassador Dr Oertle said he was eager to build on the existing relationships between Switzerland and its three partner countries. The Embassy noted that Switzerland's engagement with Ghana, Benin, and Togo spans political dialogue, trade and investment, economic cooperation, climate action, peace and security, as well as growing institutional and people-to-people exchanges.

A Commitment to Advancing Ties

The Embassy said Switzerland remained committed to advancing these ties on the basis of mutual respect and shared interests. The country's engagement with Ghana, Benin, and Togo is a long-standing one, with a focus on areas such as trade and investment, economic cooperation, and climate action.

What's Next for Dr Oertle

Dr Oertle's appointment comes as Switzerland continues to strengthen its ties with West Africa. With his extensive experience in the region, he is well-positioned to build on the existing relationships between Switzerland and its three partner countries. As he takes up his post, Dr Oertle will be working to advance these ties on the basis of mutual respect and shared interests.

Source: Yen Politics