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Why a slow-paced digital transition may be best for democracy

An Estonian woman retrieves her digital health card. Photo taken in Tallinn, 2018.

This content was published on Sep 15, 2025 When it comes to digital transformation, Switzerland and digital pioneer Estonia are at the opposite ends of the spectrum. What can be learnt from these two very different experiences?

Reduction in the number of F-35 fighter jets ordered possible

Foreign Affairs

US says Switzerland can order fewer fighter jets amid cost hike

This content was published on Sep 14, 2025 According to the American authorities, a possible reduction in the number of F-35 fighter jets ordered by Switzerland is possible to cushion the unexpected cost increase.

Foreign Affairs

Russian drones in Poland have ‘no impact’ on Switzerland: defence minister

This content was published on Sep 14, 2025 According to Swiss Defence Minister Martin Pfister, the intrusion of Russian drones into Polish airspace "shows how unstable the situation in Europe is."

Mehdi Rajabian (face on the phone) accompanies a rehearsal of the Zurich ensemble from his home in Teheran.

Culture

Zurich orchestra gives voice to composer who can’t leave Iran

This content was published on Sep 14, 2025 Mehdi Rajabian’s music is banned in his homeland. In Zurich, an orchestra led by Swiss conductor André Bellmont will play some of his songs for the first time.

US Secretary of Commerce Lutnick believes in customs deal with Switzerland

Global trade

US Secretary of Commerce confident of Swiss tariff deal

This content was published on Sep 12, 2025 US Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick confident about striking a customs deal with Switzerland.

Trade policy

Swiss watchmaking industry grapples with spike in US trade tariffs

This content was published on Sep 12, 2025 The 39% customs duties on Swiss exports to the US, which came into force a month ago, are a big concern for watchmakers. How will they react?

Swiss position

Swiss parliament does not want sanctions against Israel

This content was published on Sep 11, 2025 Like the Senate, the House of Representatives was against a proposal to impost sanctions against Israel.

Fighters from Arab Bedouin tribes gather in Syria's southern Sweida province amid fierce clashes with Druze gunmen on July 18, 2025. Reports indicate that dozens have been killed in intense fighting between Druze fighters and Sunni Bedouin tribes. (Photo by Rami Alsayed/NurPhoto) (Photo by Rami Alsayed / NurPhoto via AFP)

International Geneva

In Geneva, Syrian minorities demand protection and federalism

This content was published on Sep 11, 2025 After years of conflict, Syrian minorities are urging world leaders to block any normalisation of relations with the new authorities in Damascus.

Despite US tariff hammer: Swiss SME sentiment remains stable

Global trade

Swiss SME sentiment remains stable despite steep US tariffs

This content was published on Sep 11, 2025 Despite the high US tariffs, the mood among Swiss SMEs has hardly deteriorated. However, two-thirds of export-oriented companies have now adjusted their export strategy.

Foreign Affairs

With US in retreat, can Switzerland maintain fight against kleptocracy?

This content was published on Sep 11, 2025 The tough task of uncovering illicit finance held by corrupt officials and returning stolen assets is being complicated by slow progress and waning US leadership.

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