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Internal affairs

Opponents say exports contradict neutrality

October 30, 2009 - 1:58 PM

Weapons export ban vote to test emotions

A popular initiative calling for a ban on Swiss weapons exports has locked pacifists and business leaders in a conflict that will be resolved on polling day. ... »

The new system should enable commanders to see all the friendly forces on a battlefield

October 29, 2009 - 4:54 PM

Technology opens cracks in Swiss defence

A high-tech Swiss army project has been put on hold amid fears that it may become obsolete before it can be implemented. ... »

The evaluation process for new jets is still underway: German Eurofighters at Emmen air base

October 21, 2009 - 9:03 PM

Fighter jets purchase runs out of steam

With a nationwide vote pending, the debate over the proposed purchase of new fighter jets for the Swiss air force rumbles on, putting security needs under scrutiny. ... »

20.10.2009 "Nuclear cent" eco tax fuels criticism
18.10.2009 E-voting makes slow but sure progress

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Foreign affairs

Coming to an Ikea near you: A Swiss investor saw potential in a Bosnian furniture manufacturer, Standard, that is expected to grow 15 per cent in 2009 despite the economic downturn

November 6, 2009 - 9:56 PM

Balkan businesses may hold key to stable future

The western Balkans are still not as prosperous as before the wars of the 1990s, but sweeping reforms are starting to make the region more interesting for investors. ... »

03.11.2009 Switzerland falls into line with EU laws
02.11.2009 Visa crackdown urged in Libya spat

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POLITICS DIGEST

November 6, 2009 - 10:52 AM

Meeting called to protect civilians in war zones
November 5, 2009 - 6:21 PM

Swiss Muslims speak out against minaret ban
November 5, 2009 - 1:27 PM

Posters about disabled cause outcry
November 4, 2009 - 5:43 PM

Spending cuts outlined to limit state deficits
November 4, 2009 - 1:15 PM

Swiss lift sanctions against Uzbekistan
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Minaret debate

Highly controversial: Minarets split opinion ahead of a nationwide vote.

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Divided over minarets

Divided over minarets

Campaign throws up human rights and integration issues.

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