Swiss Politics

Swiss ‘environmental responsibility’ initiative: essential for the left, unacceptable for the right

This content was published on Dec 23, 2024 On February 9 the Swiss will vote on a popular initiative on environmental responsibility. It calls for adapting the economy to the planet’s ecological limits within the next ten years.

Federal government focuses on hybrid conflicts and NATO cooperation

Swiss security strategy will prioritise cyberdefence and NATO cooperation

This content was published on Dec 20, 2024 The aim is to reduce vulnerabilities and increase Switzerland's defensive capabilities.

EU Commission President speaks of historic agreement

EU Commission president says Swiss-EU deal is ‘historic’ agreement

This content was published on Dec 20, 2024 At a joint media conference with Swiss President Viola Amherd in Bern, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen spoke of a "day of joy".

Negotiations between Switzerland and the EU concluded, objectives achieved

Switzerland and EU reach deal on future bilateral relations

This content was published on Dec 20, 2024 Switzerland and the European Union have announced a political agreement to update their trading relationship after almost a decade of difficult talks.

Should the Swiss economy be adapted to the planet’s ecological limits?

What are your thoughts on the "environmental responsibility initiative" that will be decided on February 9, 2025.

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The Confederation wants to regulate airspace for drones

Swiss government wants a regulated drone ‘highway’

This content was published on Dec 20, 2024 Like for aircraft, Swiss airspace is to be regulated for drones too.

Professional import of young puppies banned

Switzerland bans import of ‘too young’ puppies

This content was published on Dec 20, 2024 The import of puppies under 15 weeks of age will be prohibited.

How will the Swiss vote on February 9, 2025?

This content was published on Dec 20, 2024 The initiative for 'environmental responsibility' is essential for the left, but too radical for the right and business circles.

A ‘no’ vote forecast for the ‘environmental responsibility’ initiative

This content was published on Dec 20, 2024 With the campaign barely underway, almost half of Swiss residents and expats polled are unconvinced.

Swiss parliament approves 2025 budget

This content was published on Dec 19, 2024 The Swiss parliament has finalised the 2025 federal budget, with the army receiving more money at the expense of foreign aid.