Cluster: Swiss Abroad

September 12 – Switzerland’s second national holiday?

This content was published on May 4, 2023 The House of Representatives has accepted a motion in favour of celebrating September 12 as a national holiday – against the advice of the government.

Swiss Abroad

Switzerland Today

This content was published on May 4, 2023 The latest news and updates from Switzerland on Thursday.

Italy ratifies deal on taxation of cross-border workers

This content was published on May 4, 2023 The Italian Chamber of Deputies has approved the new cross-border commuter agreement between Switzerland and Italy.

Swiss Politics

Former Swiss minister criticised for visit to Chinese embassy

This content was published on May 4, 2023 Retired government minister Ueli Maurer visited the Chinese ambassador in Bern on April 12. Eyebrows have been raised.

Swiss Politics

Justice minister: ‘No sign of movement’ on Italy asylum blockage

This content was published on May 4, 2023 Italy’s refusal to readmit asylum seekers from Switzerland will probably last for months, says the Swiss justice minister.

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Swiss citizens in Turkey: between earthquakes and elections

This content was published on May 4, 2023 Earthquakes, inflation, the suppression of critics and the upcoming elections: What are the experiences of Swiss citizens in their adopted country?