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Swiss Farmer Protests
Swiss Farm Protests: Demand For Higher Prices
29 February 2024
Swiss farmers unite in a powerful protest for equitable milk prices and sustainable farming conditions, marking a significant moment in Switzerland's agricultural landscape.
Swiss company bankruptcy
Swiss Company Bankruptcy Up Significantly in February
29 February 2024
Switzerland witnesses a 12.2% spike in company bankruptcies this February, with Creditreform predicting more turbulence ahead.
Galaxus
Galaxus Expands with New Logistics Hub in Southern Germany
28 February 2024
Galaxus expands its logistics network with a third center in Neuenburg am Rhein, Germany, ensuring efficient distribution for Swiss and European markets.
Swiss Construction
Swiss Construction Industry to Slowdown This Year
28 February 2024
Swiss construction firms predict a downturn in sales due to rising interest rates and escalating construction costs, despite a modest growth in 2023.
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.
Chinese Merger
Chinese Mergers in Switzerland Increase
27 February 2024
EY's analysis revealing a significant drop to the lowest levels since 2012, despite a rise in Switzerland.
Bank Error
Bank Error: City of Zurich Wages Paid Twice
26 February 2024
Double Payday Glitch: Zurich's 30,000 Employees Receive February Salaries Twice Due to Bank Error Keystone/SDA - STEFFEN SCHMIDT The city of Zurich has paid its 30,000 employees their February salaries twice.
Switzerland Joins the WTO Developing Country Investment Scheme
26 February 2024
Empowering Developing Nations: Switzerland's Commitment to Global Economic Growth and Sustainability Keystone/SDA - JON GAMBRELL With over 120 countries, Switzerland has agreed to a plurilateral agreement in Abu Dhabi to facilitate investment in developing countries.
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.
Social Democrats Health Insurance Initiative Fails
24 February 2024
Swiss Center Rejects Health Premium Cap Proposal, Debates Cost and Solidarity in Healthcare Keystone/SDA - PETER SCHNEIDER The Center rejects the SP's premium relief initiative.
Almost 1000 Farmers’ Protest in Kerzers FR
24 February 2024
Almost thousand farmers converged in Kerzers with tractors for a peaceful protest.
Delivery service
Delivery Services in Switzerland Have New Competition
22 February 2024
The delivery service market has another entrant, Alfies. How will they fair in this competitive industry? Keystone/SDA - CHRISTIAN BEUTLER Delivery services Stash and Farmy are facing competition: Austrian online supermarket Alfies is now also delivering to the greater Zurich area, as well as part of the Aargau region.
Schwyz
2023 Accounts of the Canton of Schwyz Close with a Profit
22 February 2024
Schwyz State Accounts Surpass Expectations with CHF 64 Million Improvement KeystoneURS FLUEELER Schwyz benefited from higher property gains taxes and interest income on fixed-term deposits.
Swiss wine
Swiss Wine Production Surges to 101 Million Liters
22 February 2024
Swiss wine sees a remarkable surge, reaching 101 million liters last year, promising an exceptional vintage ahead thanks to favorable weather conditions.
Swiss free trade with moldova
Swiss Free Trade with Moldova: Federal Council Endorses EFTA Agreement
21 February 2024
Swiss free trade with Moldova gains momentum as the Federal Council greenlights the EFTA agreement, setting a new precedent in e-commerce and sustainable trade.
Zurich Airport
Zurich Airport Expansion Vote March 3rd – Claims of Underhanded Tactics
21 February 2024
Zurich Airport expansion referendum. Green cantonal councillor Urs Dietschi criticism, and the government's alleged delay tactics.
Switzerland Will Not Summon the Russian Ambassador over Navalny Death
19 February 2024
Following the tragic death of Alexei Navalny, Switzerland's Federal Department of Foreign Affairs calls for a thorough investigation but refrains from summoning the Russian ambassador.
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.

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