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Alain Berset to be Replaced by Pascale Bruderer-Pult, Who Aims to Strengthen National Unity
Swiss SP National Councilor Jon Pult announced his candidacy for Federal Council on Monday, aiming to strengthen the cohesion of Switzerland.
Jon Pult Wants to Remain Dual Citizen as Federal Councilor
Jon Pult, Member of the Swiss National Council, will keep his Italian passport alongside his Swiss one if he is elected to the Swiss Federal Council.
Young Political Novice Pult Runs for Swiss Federal Council
Jon Pult, a National Councillor from Graubünden for the Swiss People's Party, holds a key position in the Swiss Federal Parliament as President of the National Council's Transport Commission.
Fatal Accident: Senior Killed in Collision with Tree in Messen, Switzerland
On Sunday afternoon, an 80-year-old driver crashed into a tree in Messen SO, resulting in fatal injuries.
Swiss SMEs PMI Returns Above Growth Threshold in September
The activity of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Switzerland has picked up again in September.
Swiss Industry Remains Below Growth Threshold in September
The situation in the Swiss industry remains relatively gloomy. The Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) rose for the second consecutive month in September, but still remains clearly below the growth threshold.
Retail Sales Decline in August Compared to Last Year
In August 2023, the Swiss retail sector saw a decrease in turnover compared to the same period the previous year.
Service Sector Revenues Continue to Decline in July
In July, Swiss service companies saw significantly lower revenue than in the same month of the previous year.
Swissgrid Records 51.6 Million Profit in First Half of Year
In the first half of 2023, the national grid company Swissgrid achieved a profit of 51.
Headline: Interruption in Rail Traffic Between Basel and Mulhouse
The Swiss Federal Railways (SBB) is reporting an interruption of rail service between Basel and Mulhouse.
Weekend Trains Travel Through Gotthard Base Tunnel: Experience the Convenience of Swiss Railways
On Sunday, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB) announced that the five trains running through the Gotthard Base Tunnel had operated smoothly and on time over the weekend, with service resuming on Friday.
Maria Wegelin Suspends Office Due to Connection to “Young Deed”
Maria Wegelin, President of the SVP Winterthur and National Council candidate, has stepped down from her position following allegations of her collaboration with two activists from the far-right "Junge Tat" group.
No Increase in Swisscoy Contingent at Kosovo Plant
Switzerland is not planning to increase the number of Swisscoy troops in Kosovo following recent tensions in Banjska.
Maria Wegelin Steps Down from Office Amid Link to “Young Act” Ahead of 2023 Elections
Maria Wegelin, President of the SVP Winterthur and National Council candidate, has stepped down from her position following allegations of her collaboration with two activists of the far-right "Young Tat".
On Election Day, Uri Will Vote on Five Cantonal Proposals
In the canton of Uri, the widely used electric resistance heating systems will no longer be allowed to be replaced, according to the revised Energy Law, which the citizens will vote on October 22nd.
Roaming Agreement to be Part of Switzerland-EU Negotiation Package
Roaming charges in Switzerland are a source of frustration for Swiss citizens and visitors alike.
UBS Settles Billions-Dollar Dispute Between CS Over Tuna Fishing Bond.
UBS, the Swiss banking giant, has settled a billion-dollar legal dispute with Mozambique involving its subsidiary Credit Suisse.
Analysis Suggests Rightward Shift in Cantonal Elections
The analysis of the cantonal trends for the Swiss National Council elections on October 22nd confirms the predictions of opinion polls.

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