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New Swiss Cloud Infrastructure For CHF 320 Million

The Swiss government proposes a 320 million francs investment in the "Swiss Government Cloud" to advance digital transformation, with Parliament deciding on a CHF 247 million commitment credit.

Commission Calls For Closure Of Jura Prison: Inhumane Conditions

The National Commission for the Prevention of Torture urges closing Jura prison due to inhumane and degrading conditions.

China & USA Meet In Geneva: AI Risks

Amid escalating AI advancements, US and Chinese officials are set to discuss the strategic implications and risks of AI technologies in Geneva.

Human Trafficking In Switzerland On The Rise: 317 New Victims Protected

In 2023, FIZ's protection program for human trafficking victims in German-speaking Switzerland registered 317 participants, with a predominant number victimised in the sex trade.

Zurich’s 24-Hour Asylum Procedure Has Been Effective So Far

The new 24-hour asylum procedure implemented in Zurich for North African countries with low recognition rates has significantly reduced application numbers and streamlined processing.

Protests At ETH, Lausanne & Geneva: Students Take Direct Action

Student-led pro-Palestine demonstrations escalate at major Swiss universities. KEYSTONE/Valentin Flauraud This week, Swiss universities have become focal points for pro-Palestinian protests, with students at ETH Zurich, EPFL Lausanne, and the University of Geneva staging significant demonstrations.

Geneva Will Not Remove Statues Of Colonialists & Racists

Geneva decides against the removal of statues linked to racism and colonialism, focusing instead on contextualising their historical roles.

Switzerland To Pay The EU: ‘Cohesion Fund’

Switzerland intensifies its role in fostering European unity with renewed financial commitments to the EU's cohesion fund, aimed at reducing regional disparities.

Sunday 5th: Today’s Headlines & Reports

More and more truants, high salaries for health insurance company bosses and the energy transition is becoming more expensive than expected: this and more can be found in the Sunday newspapers.

Swiss Renewables: Energy Director Says Energy Debate Is A “Sham”

Roberto Schmidt advocates for renewable energy as the Swiss Parliament debates nuclear power's future.

Switzerland’s Prison Population Surges To 10 Year Highs

Switzerland's prison occupancy surged to its highest level in a decade as of January 2024.

“Malaria Mosquito” Near Switzerland: First Time In 50 Years

After half a century, the Anopheles sacharovi mosquito, capable of spreading malaria, has been detected in Apulia, Italy.

Switzerland’s Investment Outlook: Kearney Study

Amidst global uncertainties, Swiss investors display strong confidence in artificial intelligence and foreign direct investment opportunities.

Constitutional Reform Vote in Innerrhoden

The canton of Innerrhoden prepares for significant constitutional reforms and government elections at the upcoming Landsgemeinde.

Swiss Cantons Oppose Federal Budget Cuts In Education

Swiss cantons push back against the Federal Council's proposed funding reductions, advocating for increased investment in education.

Inflation Continues To Damage Wage Growth In Switzerland

Despite significant nominal wage increases in Switzerland, inflation continues to diminish real wage growth.

Swiss Voters Lean Towards Approval of Health and Energy Initiatives, Poll Shows

Early polling indicates Swiss voters are likely to approve initiatives on healthcare cost control and energy tax waivers, with significant support varying across demographic lines.

Swiss Shipping Tonnage Taxation Loses Support

Switzerland's shipping industry faces continued taxation on profit rather than tonnage, the National Council's committee opposes the changes.

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