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Swiss Steel Industry Relies On Subsidies: Job Cuts

Federal council supports Swiss steel industry with current and future measures, for now.

“Do Not Fear Trade Dependency” – Federal Council

Federal council report reveals manageable trade dependencies for Switzerland amid geopolitical tensions.

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.

Swiss Transparency Register to Combat Money Laundering

The Swiss Federal Council seeks to enhance the fight against money laundering with a new national transparency register and extended due diligence obligations for lawyers.

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.

Switzerland Sees 1.6% Increase in AHV Retirement Pensions for 2023

Switzerland sees a 1.6% rise in AHV retirement pensions, with income exceeding expenditures in 2023.

Swiss Trade Barriers Costing Millions: EU Agreement Coming

The Switzerland-EU agreement streamlines product export and import, preventing multimillion-franc costs for Swiss businesses.

Ex-Federal Judge Criticizes European Court’s Climate Ruling as Overreach

Climate ruling by the European Court of Human Rights criticized as "legally untenable" by Brigitte Pfiffner, citing policy overreach and inadequate legal reasoning.

Council of States: Cutting Asylum Credits

In a bid to optimise expenditures, the Council of States committee suggests a significant reduction in supplementary credits for federal asylum centres.

Switzerland Expands Tax Transparency to Include Crypto Assets

As Switzerland embraces transparency, the Federal Council moves to include crypto assets under AEOI, levelling the playing field for financial transparency.

Weltwoche Must Remove Illegal Recording Zurich Court Deems

In a legal battle that underscores privacy rights, "Weltwoche" was compelled to withdraw an article about a Zurich judge due to a controversial secret recording.

Swiss Universities Use Police To Disperse Student Protests

Early morning police action in Bern, ongoing negotiations in Basel, and escalating protests in Zurich highlight a turbulent week for Swiss universities facing ultimatums.

Foreign Minister Cassis Meets With The European Council

KEYSTONE/Anthony Anex The upcoming Council of Europe ministerial meeting in Strasbourg is set to address pivotal issues, including the war in Ukraine and a new framework agreement on artificial intelligence (AI).

University Of Geneva Want To Prosecute Students: More Palestine Protests

Swiss universities in Bern, Basel, Fribourg, and Geneva face disruptions due to ongoing pro-Palestinian protests demanding academic boycotts and removal of memorials.

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.

Communism In Switzerland On The Rise?

Switzerland sees the revival of a communist party with the establishment of the Revolutionary Communist Party (RKP) in Burgdorf BE, gathering over 300 members during its inaugural congress.

Sunday 12th: Weekly Round Up

Federal Councillor Amherd is in favour of the 15 billion package, charitable funds for millionaires and the call for more security for Jewish students: This and more can be found in the Sunday papers.

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.

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