Sabine Maerki

Sabine Maerki is a Swiss politician and diplomat who has been serving as a member of the Swiss Federal Council since 2020. She is the first Muslim woman to hold a high-ranking position in the Swiss government. Maerki has been a strong advocate for human rights and social justice, and has been involved in various international organizations and initiatives. She has also been a vocal critic of Islamophobia and xenophobia. Maerki has a degree in law from the University of Zurich and has worked as a lawyer and diplomat before entering politics. She is fluent in German, French, Italian, and English.