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US tariff negotiations reaffirm Switzerland’s role as a gold hub

Swiss gold trade plays a significant role for the country

This content was published on Nov 17, 2025 US tariff cut reaffirms Switzerland’s role as a gold hub

A police officer leaves a distribution center after collecting polling material for the upcoming presidential election, in Colombo, Sri Lanka, Friday, Sept. 20, 2024.

Global elections

Can Swiss-style federalism help power-sharing efforts in Sri Lanka?

This content was published on Nov 13, 2025 A delegation from Sri Lanka visited Switzerland to learn about direct democracy and federalism. They want to put some aspects into practice.

The Umbrella Movement was a pro-democracy protest in Hong Kong which began on 28 September 2014 when the police used tear gas to disperse demonstrators who were demanding transparent elections. The subsequent 79-day occupation brought the city to a standstill, with demonstrators calling for the right to elect their own leaders and greater autonomy from Beijing.

Foreign Affairs

Defiant Hongkongers resist China with activism-in-exile from Switzerland

This content was published on Oct 28, 2025 Amid escalating attacks by the Chinese government, exiled pro-democracy activists from Hong Kong have sought havens abroad, including in the Swiss capital, Bern.

Consultation opened on municipal voting rights for foreigners

Canton Bern launches consultation on voting rights for foreigners

This content was published on Oct 27, 2025 The Bern cantonal government has launched a consultation process concerning the possible introduction of optional voting rights for foreign residents at the municipality level.

Benjamin von Wyl looking into the camera.

Swiss democracy

Why did the Swiss vote twice on the E-ID?

This content was published on Oct 23, 2025 We explain why certain issues tend to reappear in Swiss democracy.

people in suits voting in front of flags

Why Switzerland attends NATO’s Parliamentary Assembly

This content was published on Oct 22, 2025 Twice yearly, lawmakers from NATO and beyond – including Switzerland – meet to discuss all things defence. A portrait of an understated institution.

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Neutrality

Switzerland flies under the radar at NATO gathering

This content was published on Oct 22, 2025 Switzerland is not a NATO member, but it keeps half a foot in the door – a visit to the alliance’s recent parliamentary assembly shows how this works.

Almost every member of the federal parliament experiences hatred and threats

Most Swiss politicians subjected to hatred and threats

This content was published on Oct 21, 2025 Almost all Swiss parliamentarians experience hostility in connection with their political mandate.

Swiss democracy

What role does money play in Swiss politics?

This content was published on Oct 16, 2025 A data analysis offers a first look at how Switzerland compares internationally when it comes to political donations.

Dave Lesher, founder of "CalMatters", wants to ensure more transparency in politics from Sacramento. The picture shows the California State Capitol.

Digital Democracy

CalMatters: digital journalism as a safeguard for democracy

This content was published on Oct 15, 2025 How a California-based digital investigative platform is using AI to support – and explain – democracy.

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