Confirmation of European Trend Seen in Financial Times
Published: Monday, Oct 23rd 2023, 09:53
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The success of the Swiss People's Party on election day has confirmed the rise of populist parties across Europe, according to the Financial Times of London. The Swiss People's Party (SVP) has long been a fixture in Swiss politics, but its strong showing in the recent elections signals dissatisfaction among voters after four turbulent years. The SVP had resisted Covid-19 measures and recently criticized Switzerland's participation in sanctions against Russia. Domestic issues dominated the election campaign, with the SVP taking center stage. The SVP's victory reverses the dramatic leftward shift in Swiss politics seen in the last federal elections of 2019, and could have implications for the country's delicate international affairs, including its already strained relationship with the European Union and its stance on economic sanctions against Russia. The elections confirm a resurgence of populism at the ballot box across Europe. ©Keystone/SDA
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