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Samuel Jaberg

Head of Swiss Abroad Team

I manage a multilingual team responsible for covering the Swiss Abroad, providing them with the information they need to participate in political life in Switzerland. After studying political science in Neuchâtel and Bern, I started out in multimedia journalism at SwissTXT and RTS. Since 2008, I've been working at SWI swissinfo.ch, where I've held various journalistic and management positions.

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The final stretch before the September 28 vote

This content was published on Polls, debates, analysis, detailed explanations, voting assistance: our newsletter has all you need to know ahead of the next federal votes.

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The President of the Organisation of the Swiss Abroad (OSA), Filippo Lombardi, and OSA Director Lukas Weber at the "SwissCommunity Days."

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OSA director: ‘We must remain capable of taking action’

This content was published on Lukas Weber, director of the Organisation of the Swiss Abroad (OSA) draws a positive balance from the Council of the Swiss Abroad (CSA) but sees room for improvement in structure and processes. 

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How will the Swiss vote on February 9, 2025?

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

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‘Parliamentarians are constantly campaigning’

This content was published on One year after Swiss national elections, are parliamentarians still in tune with the people and are they defending the interests of the Swiss Abroad?

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November 24 votes: suspense remains

This content was published on Will the Swiss government and parliament be defeated on all four issues that Swiss citizens vote upon on November 24? This scenario cannot be ruled out.

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November 24 votes: are you ready?

This content was published on Welcome to our special newsletter devoted to federal votes in Switzerland. Find links to useful background information ahead of the votes on November 24.

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Six lessons from Swiss healthcare vote

This content was published on Swiss voters rejected two initiatives that offered solutions to healthcare woes. Why? And, what happens next?

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Federal votes on March 3, 2024

Pension reform is once again at the heart of Swiss politics. On March 3, voters will decide on two people’s initiatives from opposing camps.

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How have recent political and economic events influenced your trust in the Swiss government?

For the first time, those who distrust the government outnumber those who trust it. Why?

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How should Switzerland relieve congestion on its motorways?

On November 24, Swiss voters will decide on a government proposal to expand the motorway network. What do you think about this?

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Where should the money come from to finance the 13th pension payment?

There are a number of proposals for financing the 13th monthly pension payment, which was approved in Sunday's vote. What do you think?

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