Friday 16 May, 19:30

Swiss Debate Competition – 2025 Edition

Eight speakers from the French-speaking Swiss cantons engage in a lively debate on three societal topics. Each participant has seven minutes to persuade the audience, followed by a question from the jury.

In French.

Rue du Général-Dufour 24,
1204 Genève
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Photo Credit: Club Genevois de Débat

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