Switzerland toasts 30 years of liberty, diversity, francophonie
Switzerland joined the world’s pre-eminent grouping of French-speaking nations 30 years ago. What do the Swiss bring to the Francophonie – and get in return?
‘Unacceptable’: condemning writers over AI detector scores
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An algorithm claims a novel was written by AI. Swiss experts and artists weigh in on whether such verdicts can be trusted and what’s at stake for creative work.
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With a year to go until the federal elections, the Swiss People’s Party is stepping up its efforts to restrict pension payments abroad.
Newsletter: Who will defend the International Criminal Court?
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The US is on a mission to weaken the International Criminal Court. In response, the EU has awarded it the Sakharov Prize. But will that be enough?
Paper trail shows how Switzerland negotiated with Taliban
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New documents shed light on Swiss cooperation with the Taliban that led to the deportation of three Afghan men after a Taliban delegation’s visit to Switzerland in 2025.
SWISS extends the suspension of its flights to Dubai
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In view of the situation in the Middle East and its uncertain future, SWISS has decided to extend the suspension of its flights to Dubai until 25 November 2026.
Is Switzerland’s decentralised democracy a helpful model for the Kurds?
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Some Kurdish activists and intellectuals believe that Switzerland’s federal structure offers ideas for greater Kurdish autonomy.
Beneath Gaza’s rubble lie the missing – and possible evidence
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Three years after the Hamas-led attack on Israel and the subsequent war, much of Gaza is still in ruins – and many families still haven’t found the buried bodies of their loved ones.
Oil could hit $200 if Hormuz stays shut, UBS economist warns
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Oil prices could soar to $200 (CHF162) a barrel if the Strait of Hormuz remains closed for a prolonged period, UBS economist Alessandro Bee warns.
UN investigators in Geneva raise concerns over Israeli detentions in Syria
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UN investigators say Israel detained dozens of Syrians inside Syrian territory before reportedly transferring them to Israel.
Explainer: Watches win, pharma waits as Swiss-India trade deal turns one
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In October 2025, Switzerland, as a member state of EFTA, entered into what was billed as a historic free trade deal with India.
Kuwait and Switzerland want to strengthen trade ties
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Swiss President Guy Parmelin welcomed the Crown Prince of Kuwait, Sheikh Sabah Al-Khaled Al-Sabah, to Bern on Tuesday to “strengthen ties between the two countries”.
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Following the Senate, the House of Representatives has also approved a compromise under which the agricultural sector will receive half a billion Swiss francs in support.
US policy study warns Swiss pharma industry could lose billions
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A industry-backed study estimates potential losses for the Swiss pharma industry from US policies could be in the billions.
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For decades the country’s exporters focused on adding value, but US tariffs and the strong franc are now hitting them harder.
Owning her own shop in the US was a dream come true until Trump’s tariffs came along
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Jacqueline Judd owns and runs a shop selling Swiss products in New Glarus, Wisconsin. US President Donald Trump’s tariffs have taken a toll on her inventory.
US imposes new tariff of 12.5% on Switzerland over forced labour
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Following Canada and Brazil, Switzerland and around 60 other countries face new US tariffs on Friday for allegedly not doing enough to combat forced labour.
Swiss pharma firm Sandoz takes note of proposed US tariffs on generic drugs
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Generic drugs giant Sandoz said on Wednesday that it had “taken note” of Washington’s announcements regarding new tariffs of up to 200%.
