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Basel hosts the information forum for new arrivals in Switzerland

It’s the exhibition that promises to enhance the lifestyle of English speakers in Switzerland, with information about goods and services such as healthcare, banking, schools and day-care, clubs and churches. The exhibition travels to different Swiss cities and this weekend it’s Basel’s turn. Swiss TV asked visitors to the last Expat Expo how helpful it is as an integration tool. (SF/swissinfo.ch)

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