As a reporter I cover developments in democracy where the Swiss perspective becomes relevant.
I am Swiss and have long been fascinated by the way public discussions shape society.
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Following Sunday’s clear rejection of the SBC initiative, Swissinfo spoke with both its backers and opponents to gauge how they interpreted the result.
Cash in the constitution: a Swiss decision on an international issue
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For cash advocate Brett Scott, the Swiss vote could act as a signal internationally. An analysis with sociological perspectives.
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US cyber expert Bruce Schneier has high hopes for a Swiss AI model. Optimism is also growing in Switzerland, but not across the board.
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Not only democracies hold referendums – semi-democratic and authoritarian states also run popular votes. Can such ballots ever be fair?
Why parliamentary independence matters in North Macedonia
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For more than 15 years, Switzerland has provided support for North Macedonia’s parliament. What difference has this made?
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North Macedonia has been hit by USAID’s withdrawal. Fears are growing that ‘less Western’ countries will bridge the funding gap.
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In 2026, “AI slop” will submerge the internet, a pioneer of illiberal democracy is up for election, and the pioneer of liberal democracy celebrates its 250th birthday.
Reactions to the ‘No’ vote on the inheritance tax initiative
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Swissinfo gathered reactions from both supporters and opponents of the proposal and asked how the clear result should be interpreted.
Can Swiss-style federalism help power-sharing efforts in Sri Lanka?
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A delegation from Sri Lanka visited Switzerland to learn about direct democracy and federalism. They want to put some aspects into practice.
Swiss family, Swiss dialect, but ‘not integrated’: migration officials respond
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How do descendants of Swiss expats prove that they are truly part of Swiss life? Swissinfo asked the immigration authorities.
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Does multilateralism still help to strengthen democracy? Experts and a former UN director-general in Geneva provide insights.
How digital civil society helped shape the Swiss e-ID
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Erik Schönenberger from the Digital Society association calls the process of involving critics "exemplary" – in contrast to AI regulation.
