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The Swiss parliament for beginners

This content was published on On October 22, Swiss citizens will elect a new parliament. Here is an explainer how this 175-year-old institution works.

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How far does CHF6,000 really get you in Switzerland?

This content was published on When travelling abroad, especially to countries with much lower wages, the Swiss may immediately try to change the subject, or even lie shamelessly, when asked how much they earn. How to explain that your monthly income of CHF5,500 to CHF6,500 ($5,520 to $6,530) simply cannot be compared with the salaries earned by those around you? …

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