The Swiss political system

Direct democracy, neutrality and federalism are central components of the Swiss political system, considered very stable and balanced. No one party dominates in the two chambers of parliament, and the four largest parties are represented in the seven-member government.

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Das politische System der Schweiz
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Le système politique suisse
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Il sistema politico svizzero
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El sistema político de Suiza
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O sistema político da Suíça
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瑞士的政治体系

Separation of powers

In Switzerland, power is shared across three federal levels, as well as between the legislative, executive and judicial branches.

Political parties in Switzerland

The Swiss political landscape is a stable one, characterised by four major parties who have been represented in government for decades.

Swiss direct democracy

The Swiss political system is characterised by a very high level of citizen participation

Neutrality

Switzerland and neutrality are synonymous but that does not mean the Swiss have no military might.

The Swiss political system

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Separation of powers

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Political parties in Switzerland

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Swiss direct democracy

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Neutrality