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Swiss Consumer Spending Rises, with Leisure and Travel Leading the Way
18 March 2024
After a subdued start to the year, Switzerland sees a rebound in consumer spending, particularly in leisure and travel, signalling a robust economic pulse.
3.5% Electric Cars on Swiss Roads
16 March 2024
Electric vehicles are making inroads in Switzerland, with varying adoption rates across cantons.
New Asylum Accommodation Would Costs 200 Million Francs
15 March 2024
Facing increased asylum applications and energy challenges, Switzerland seeks parliamentary approval for significant supplementary credits.
Swiss Deportation
Council of States: Deportation Plans & Stricter Refugee Regulations
13 March 2024
Amidst legislative debate, Switzerland's Council of States votes to explore third-country relocations for rejected Eritrean asylum seekers.
13th AHV: To Be Paid Monthly Or Annually?
11 March 2024
A landmark decision sees Switzerland gearing up to implement a 13th AHV pension payment from 2026, with modalities under consideration by the Federal Council.
13th AHV Pension Trend Calculation: Yes?
3 March 2024
Trade unions and left-wing factions champion the initiative for a 13th AHV pension, aiming for a historic expansion by 2026.
Sunday, March 3rd – Weekly Round-Up
3 March 2024
Swiss milk industry's call for a 3 centime increase per liter sparks debate, amidst falling farm numbers, tractor registrations surge, while crimes by asylum seekers and the CS takeover legal dismissals draw attention.
Swiss Personal Debt
Swiss Personal Debt: 2024 Trends Continue to Decline
2 March 2024
Swiss personal debt sees a notable decrease in 2023, with a drop in debtor rates across cantons, highlighting regional disparities and demographic insights.
Austerity Demonstrations in Ticino
Austerity Demonstrations in Ticino: Over 6,000 Rally in Bellinzona
1 March 2024
In a significant turnout, over 6,000 demonstrators took to the streets of Bellinzona, Ticino, uniting against the government's austerity measures.
Freddy Nock
Freddy Nock Public Memorial Will Be Held in Märstetten
28 February 2024
Honoring the Legacy of Freddy Nock: A Tribute to the Daredevil of the Skies Keystone/SDA - LAURENT GILLIERON A public memorial service for deceased Swiss high-wire artist Freddy Nock will be held in Märstetten TG in just under three weeks' time.
Swiss corruption
One in Three Swiss Companies Admits to Bribery Abroad
28 February 2024
Despite heightened anti-corruption efforts, over half of Swiss companies face demands for illicit payments abroad, with a significant portion conceding to these requests, reveals a recent study.
Sunday, February 25th, Weekly Round-Up
25 February 2024
In this weeks roundup, Ruag MRO amid scandal criticisms, Switzerland's energy surplus in a post-blackout recovery, and the looming pension crisis for future retirees.
Swiss Asylum
Swiss Asylum Applications Increase 23%
19 February 2024
Swiss asylum applications witness a 23.4% increase in January, with significant contributions from Afghanistan and Turkey.
Canton Reimbursement for Victim Support: A 22-Year Overview
19 February 2024
Over two decades, Swiss cantons have disbursed CHF 181 million in victim support, with a significant portion of applications receiving approval.
Nuclear Petition
Nuclear Petition Gathers 130,000 Signatures for Energy Freedom
16 February 2024
Citizens rally for the right to build nuclear plants, submitting a significant petition against the 2017 ban.
Swiss scams
Swiss Scam: Man Loses Over 600,000 CHF in Romance Fraud
13 February 2024
A Fribourg man fell prey to a romance scam, losing over 600,000 francs to a purported lover over eight years, sparking police warnings about the rise in Swiss scams.
40,000 People Follow the Colorful Fritschium Parade in Lucerne
8 February 2024
The Fritschium Parade, a vivid display of floats and music, captivated 40,000 in Lucerne, featuring political satire and innovative concepts amidst traditional festivity.
140,000 Signatures to Tax the Rich for Eco-Reconstruction
8 February 2024
Swiss climate change initiative advocates for taxing large inheritances to fund a greener economy.

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