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Files Charged Against Isaac Herzog the Israeli President

20 January 2024

Swiss officials launch a formal investigation into allegations against Israeli President Herzog during his visit to the World Economic Forum.

Colombian President Gustavo Petro

Colombian President Spends $100,000+ for 4 Day Stay in Davos

19 January 2024

Colombian President Gustavo Petro stands by the decision to rent a million-franc pavilion in Davos, amidst rising political debate.

Henrique Schneider

Henrique Schneider: A New Era for SVP Switzerland as Secretary General

18 January 2024

Henrique Schneider takes charge as Secretary General of SVP Switzerland, marking a strategic shift in the party's leadership.

Swiss Gas Agreement

Swiss Gas Agreement with Italy Wanted in 2024

16 January 2024

Advancing Energy Solidarity: Switzerland, Germany, and Italy Forge Critical Gas Agreement Amidst European Energy Challenges.

Swiss Rent Control Battle: Airbnb is the Enemy

16 January 2024

Rent War: Tenants' Battle Cry Against Rent Hike Laws! ©Keystone/SDA MARTIAL TREZZINI The people are likely to have the last word on softening the protection against dismissal in the case of subletting and owner-occupancy.

Zelenskyy in Switzerland: Events & Round-up

16 January 2024

A breakdown of the key events unfolding in Switzerland over the last few days, as Zelenskyy visits Switzerland for the first time since the war has started.

Beijing and Bern Agree Free Trade Deal in 2024

15 January 2024

Reinforcing Bonds, Shaping Futures: Switzerland and China Forge Ahead in Post-Pandemic Era Outline President Viola Amherd has received Chinese Prime Minister Li Qiang and a Chinese delegation for an official visit.

3000 people at Palestine rally in Basel

14 January 2024

Over 3,000 Gather in Basel for Pro-Palestinian Rally, Advocating for Ceasefire and Action Around 3000 people gathered on Theaterplatz in Basel on Saturday afternoon for the second national pro-Palestinian rally.

Li Qiang PM of China Flying to Bern Monday

11 January 2024

Li Qiang's Visit Strengthens Sino-Swiss Ties High-Level Diplomatic Engagement Li Qiang, Chinese Premier who assumed office in March last year, is set to meet President Viola Amherd in Bern on Monday.

Andres Glarner

Andreas Glarner Fake News: Fined CHF 3,842.50

Andreas Glarner fake news case comes to a decision. Andreas Glarner (SVP) is in hot water after circulating a false news video about a fellow National Councillor, Sibel Arslan (Greens/BS).

30,000 Asylum Seekers Coming to Switzerland this Year

Swiss Asylum Trends: A Balancing Act Amidst Global Turmoil. Secretariat for Migration (SEM) forecast more of the same.

Ex Credit Suisse CEO, Politics in Côte d’Ivoire

23 December 2023

The Democratic Party of Côte d'Ivoire (PDCI) elected the former head of Credit Suisse, Tidjane Thiam, as its new chairman on Friday.

Changes to Swiss Patent Law in 2024

21 December 2023

The Swiss Patent Act is to be amended according to the will of the Council of States.

budget decision

Top 2024 Budget Decisions

19 December 2023

In the current winter session, the National Council and the Council of States are discussing the federal budget for the coming year and the task and finance plan for 2025 to 2027.

Beat Jans celebrates his appointment as the new Swiss President

Basel’s Beat Jans Replaces Berset on Federal Council

13 December 2023

Green Party again loses bid for a seat; Viola Amherd to take the Presidency Keystone-SDA - The big surprise has failed to materialize.

Not the Greens’ first attack on a Federal Council seat

13 December 2023

The newly constituted Federal Council swears and promises oath of office. ©Keystone/SDA The Greens launched their first official candidacy for a seat on the Federal Council in 2000, when they were seeking to succeed SVP Federal Councillor Adolf Ogi.

Photo of Zelensky shaking hands with Berset

Zelenskyi Announces Peace Talks in Switzerland

11 December 2023

By Keystone-SDA and @TheSwissTimes - This article was first posted on The Swiss Times without edits via our Breaking News RSS feed page, and on our Telegram channel.

Airspace restricted during global refugee meeting in Geneva

29 November 2023

As part of the security measures surrounding the second global refugee forum in Geneva, the Federal Council has decided to temporarily restrict airspace.

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