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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.
Solothurn
Solothurn Decides Limits the Number of State Employees
8 February 2024
Solothurn faces a pivotal vote on March 3 to potentially cap the canton's government workforce, aligning staff numbers with population growth.
voters in Uri
Voters in Uri Vote on Police and Environmental Law
8 February 2024
On March 3, Uri voters will cast their votes on crucial revisions to the cantonal police and environmental laws, aiming to enhance safety and sustainability.
Fribourg Cantonal Hospital Receives 175M CHF from the State
6 February 2024
The Fribourg Cantonal Hospital is set for a financial revival with a 175 million francs boost from the state, marking a significant step towards addressing its prolonged financial woes.
Farmers protest with tractors in Geneva and the Basel region
3 February 2024
Swiss farmers drive tractors into Geneva and Basel, protesting for fair compensation and transparency in supermarket profit margins.
Army chief Süssli wants to apply for weapons purchases even without funding
3 February 2024
Swiss Army Chief Advocates for Early Weapon Procurement Amid Financial Constraints Despite the current financial crisis, army chief Thomas Süssli wants to order new weapons for the Swiss army.
Cantons Support Draft Negotiating Mandate With the EU
2 February 2024
Swiss Cantons Show Guarded Support for EU Negotiation Mandate. Key Focus on Education, Transport, and Energy.
Federal Council Outlines Closer Cooperation with NATO
31 January 2024
Switzerland Explores Strengthened NATO Ties Within Neutrality Limits The Federal Council wants to strengthen cooperation with the North Atlantic defense alliance NATO.
Army Lacks One Billion Francs by 2025
31 January 2024
Swiss Armed Forces Face Billion Franc Shortfall in Armament Funds According to a media report, the Swiss Armed Forces will lack one billion Swiss francs by the end of 2025 to pay for armaments purchases already made.
Bernese City Government Elections: Center-Right Coalition Forms
31 January 2024
In a strategic move, Bern's center-right parties unite for the city government elections, signaling a significant shift in the political landscape.
Pierre Maudet
Pierre Maudet: State Councillor in Court for Car Collision
30 January 2024
Pierre Maudet firmly denies allegations of a car collision in court, asserting his innocence in a disputed traffic incident.
Wind Power Protest
Wind Power Protest: Public Support for Conservation Grows
29 January 2024
Wind power protest in Switzerland calls for constitutional changes, demanding forest preservation and public voting on wind turbine projects.
Palestine Protest Zurich
Palestine Protests Zurich: Hundreds Rally for Rights
27 January 2024
Palestine Protests Zurich draw over a thousand in a compelling call for freedom and justice amidst controversy.
Swiss Military
Swiss Military’s Offset Obligations Reach CHF 5 Billion
26 January 2024
Switzerland's foreign military equipment suppliers face substantial offset obligations, totalling CHF 5.
Sergei Lavrov
Switzerland has Lost Touch with their Neutrality Claims Sergei Lavrov
24 January 2024
Ignacio Cassis' Encounter with Lavrov Highlights Diplomatic Strains Originally reported by Tass: In a recent high-profile diplomatic exchange, Moscow has explicitly acknowledged the impact of Switzerland's policies on its approach to bilateral relations.
Swiss Climate
Swiss Climate: SVP Call Referendum on CO2 Targets in Valais
24 January 2024
Swiss Climate Policy Faces Referendum Challenge by SVP Swiss climate policy faces a new challenge as the Swiss People's Party (SVP) initiates a referendum against the Valais climate law.
Bulgarians and Romanians
Bulgarians and Romanians Free to Enter Switzerland Under Schengen
24 January 2024
Bulgarians and Romanians to experience smoother travels in Switzerland. Effective March 31, 2024, this change aligns Switzerland more closely with European Union protocols, specifically within the Schengen area framework.
EFTA Free Trade
EFTA Free Trade Deal: A Milestone for Swiss Exports
20 January 2024
The new EFTA Free Trade Agreement Set to See Swiss Exports Soar as New the Deal Eliminates Nearly All Customs Duties.

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