Federal Councillor Jans reiterates Swiss call for safeguard clause
Published: Sunday, Nov 10th 2024, 05:30
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In an interview, Justice Minister Beat Jans reiterated the Swiss demand for a safeguard clause in the free movement of persons with the EU. Otherwise it would be difficult in terms of domestic policy.
The EU is also aware of this, Jans told "Sonntagsblick". That is why a safeguard clause is also in their interest. After all, it is also important for Brussels that the proposal can stand up to the Swiss people. At the same time, it would be detrimental to the EU if too many skilled workers migrated to Switzerland.
Just three weeks ago, Maros Sefcovic, the EU Vice-President responsible for Switzerland, said that there was no support in the EU for a unilateral safeguard clause. This message had already been communicated to the "Swiss partners" on several occasions, including at a political level.
In general, the progress made in the negotiations has been quite remarkable. "If you look at all the issues on the table, we are making very good progress, including on most institutional issues," said the Commissioner.
Switzerland and the EU have been negotiating a broad package since March. This ranges from topics such as electricity, education, a Swiss contribution to cohesion, institutional elements for dispute resolution to land and air transport. The aim is to update and expand the current bilateral agreements.
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