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corruption 1MDB whistleblower under investigation in Switzerland

The Swiss Attorney General has opened the investigation into Xavier Justo on the grounds of suspected economic espionage.

This content was published on February 14, 2019 3:20 PM

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Embattled minister Poll: Majority of Geneva residents believe Maudet should resign

Almost two-thirds of Geneva residents believe cantonal government minister Pierre Maudet should step down, a survey has shown.

This content was published on February 12, 2019 10:00 AM

Propaganda charges Swiss attorney general appeals Islamic Council acquittals

Switzerland's attorney general filed an appeal against the acquittal of two Islamic leaders who had been accused of making terrorist propaganda.

This content was published on February 8, 2019 4:26 PM

Drug use Why Swiss cities dominate the cocaine hit parade

In terms of European cocaine usage, half of the top ten cities are Swiss.

GDR assets Swiss bank Julius Baer found guilty of negligence

The Julius Baer bank has been ordered to refund nearly CHF100 million to Germany in a legal dispute over funds from the defunct GDR.

This content was published on February 6, 2019 3:03 PM

Incarceration figures Foreign prisoner rates continue to increase

More than half the Swiss prison population are now foreigners who are resident abroad. 

This content was published on February 5, 2019 3:51 PM

international relations Switzerland and Indonesia sign deal to tackle international crime

On Monday Switzerland and Indonesia signed an agreement on mutual assistance on criminal matters, just months after penning a free trade deal.

This content was published on February 4, 2019 9:50 PM

Scare tactics Scammers target refugees and foreigners in Switzerland

Fraudsters posing as Swiss authorities have been trying to scam asylum seekers and foreigners living in Switzerland.

This content was published on February 3, 2019 4:21 PM