Geneva is a city located in the far southwestern corner of Switzerland in the canton of Genève. It lies where the Rhône River exits Lake Geneva. The city is surrounded on most sides by French territory, with just a small border connecting it to the rest of Switzerland. Geneva is the second-most populous city in Switzerland and is predominantly French-speaking. It is known as a global city and a worldwide center for diplomacy, hosting many international organizations, including United Nations agencies. The city is geographically positioned between the Jura Mountains and the Alps.