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Swiss cantons brace for millions in costs for Ukrainian refugees

A woman wearing the Ukrainian flag speaks to the crowd during a demonstration against the Russian invasion of Ukraine in Zuerich, Switzerland, on Thursday, March 3, 2022. (KEYSTONE/Michael Buholzer)

This content was published on Jun 5, 2026 Cantons and municipalities are warning of substantial additional costs as Ukrainians with protection status S begin transitioning to regular social assistance from 2027. Nationwide, the extra burden is estimated at around CHF300 million.

SEF 2026: Sergio Ermotti reaffirms his intention to stay in Switzerland

Workplace

UBS CEO reaffirms bank’s commitment to Switzerland

This content was published on Jun 5, 2026 UBS boss Sergio Ermotti has again dismissed relocation rumours, stressing the Swiss bank’s commitment to Switzerland as its headquarters.

Swiss democracy

Swiss direct democracy found to better reflect what citizens want

This content was published on Jun 5, 2026 Voters increasingly think parliaments don’t represent their views. Does direct democracy do a better job? In Switzerland, it does, says research.

Illegal tax deals for the rich cost the canton of Vaud over 200 million francs. However, the government speaks of a "theoretical" loss

Swiss Diaspora

Switzerland Today

This content was published on Jun 4, 2026 Illegal tax rebates for wealthy residents cost canton Vaud over CHF200 million ($253.80 million). The cantonal government called the shortfall a “theoretical loss”.

Swiss parliament rejects return to joint taxation of spouses

This content was published on Jun 4, 2026 The Senate on Thursday narrowly rejected an initiative by the Centre Party to combat the result of a nationwide vote last March to end the joint taxation of spouses.

Swiss immigrants who boarded the ship for Brazil in the port of Genoa (Italy) in 1898. Their destination is Núcleo Campos Sales.

Culture

How the largest community of Swiss descendants in Brazil became ‘German’

This content was published on Jun 4, 2026 In southern Brazil, thousands of Swiss immigrants were gradually absorbed into a broader German identity.

In Switzerland, thale cress can be found growing wild in fields, meadows and along forest paths mainly in canton Ticino.

Climate adaptation

Swiss scientists identify root barrier that helps plants withstand drought

This content was published on Jun 4, 2026 Researchers in Switzerland have discovered a mechanism that enables plants to store water more efficiently and better tolerate drought.

New poll results on the referendums show: Opponents of the "No 10 million Swiss" initiative have made gains, while the race for the civilian service bill remains close.

Swiss Diaspora

Switzerland Today

This content was published on Jun 3, 2026 Opponents of the ‘No to 10 million’ immigration initiative have strengthened their position, while the civilian service vote could go either way, according to the latest poll.

Swiss and Belgian doctors launch charity for burn victims after Crans-Montana fire

This content was published on Jun 3, 2026 The Initiative Phoenix aims to support efforts and drive medical innovation in the treatment of severe burn injuries.

Help for victims of violence must be standardised in Switzerland

Swiss Politics

Swiss House of Representatives backs plan to improve support for victims of violence

This content was published on Jun 3, 2026 The government’s reform is part of a broader push in recent years to tackle violence against women, which has been on the rise in Switzerland.

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