Geopolitics

WTO improves its world trade forecast thanks to Trump’s tariffs

This content was published on Aug 9, 2025 The World Trade Organisation (WTO) expects world trade to grow by 0.9% this year, better than expected in April. US imports surged in the first quarter as a result of Donald Trump's tariff announcements.

Gold exporters wait, the metal may not be taxed

Global trade

Swiss gold exports might not face US tariffs after all

This content was published on Aug 9, 2025 Gold exports to the United States may not be taxed after all. The White House plans to "issue an executive order in the near future to clarify misinformation regarding the taxation of gold bullion," among other things.

Federal government remains mum on tariff negotiations in the USA

Trade policy

Swiss authorities keep shtum on US tariff strategy

This content was published on Aug 8, 2025 For tactical reasons, the government is refraining to comment on how its negotiating team in Washington is proceeding.

Plastics: Switzerland wants "a change of pace" in the talks

International Geneva

Swiss negotiator urges progress at Geneva plastics talks

This content was published on Aug 8, 2025 Felix Wertli says a “change of pace” is needed at UN talks on an international deal to combat plastic pollution.

Pilatus no longer delivers aircraft to the USA due to tariffs

Trade policy

Tariffs: aircraft maker Pilatus to pause exports to the US

This content was published on Aug 8, 2025 The Swiss aircraft manufacturer is to temporarily stop supplying the US – 39% levies are too damaging, it says.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, pictured in 2023.

Foreign Affairs

Switzerland concerned by fresh Israeli plans for Gaza

This content was published on Aug 8, 2025 The foreign ministry has said it is “deeply concerned” about Israel’s plans to expand military operations in the Gaza Strip.

Nidwalden canton hardest hit by Trump's hammer, weighs Pilatus

Trade policy

Nidwalden set to be hardest-hit Swiss canton by US tariffs

This content was published on Aug 8, 2025 The central Swiss canton, home to the Pilatus aircraft manufacturer, sends 47% of its exports to the US.

Foreign Affairs

Swiss colonel alleged to have handed information to Russia

This content was published on Aug 8, 2025 SRF reports that the man was recalled from abroad after accusations of passing on a document to Russia in 2024.

Switzerland remains under economic pressure from the United States following the announcement of the so-called "Liberation Day".

Swiss diplomacy

How Trump is manoeuvring Switzerland closer to the EU

This content was published on Aug 8, 2025 The steep US tariffs of 39% have sent shockwaves through Switzerland. They give a boost to those who advocate closer ties with the EU.

US tariffs now also apply to Swiss gold bars

Trade policy

US tariffs reportedly now also apply to Swiss gold bars

This content was published on Aug 8, 2025 Another trade blow for Switzerland: gold bars are now also subject to 39% US tariffs, the Financial Times reports.

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