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The ‘magic formula’ of Switzerland’s direct democracy

Cut-out illustration of the Swiss government

This content was published on Jul 24, 2023 There are seven seats in the Swiss Federal Council. How are they divided among the country’s political parties? Find out in this video.

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Poll confirms forecast of right-wing Swiss election gains

This content was published on Jul 19, 2023 A Swiss voter poll confirms indications of the People’s Party winning seats from the Greens during general election.

Präsident:innen und Premiers stehen auf einer Bühne vor den jeweiligen Landesflaggen.

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Vilnius NATO summit: what next for neutral Switzerland?

This content was published on Jul 13, 2023 This week’s annual NATO summit in Lithuania was a landmark gathering for the Western defence alliance. What do the changes mean for Switzerland?

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The Swiss vote often – but frequency isn’t everything

This content was published on Jul 13, 2023 Since 1848, the Swiss have decided on 689 initiatives and referendums – but what they vote on is as important as how often they vote, researchers say.

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Who are the Swiss Abroad?

This content was published on Jun 27, 2023 Swiss Abroad voters are on average more highly educated than those at home.

Geneva to anchor the right to food in constitution

This content was published on Jun 18, 2023 The southwestern canton will become the first in Switzerland to take such a step following a popular vote on Sunday.

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Zurich to pay minimum wage of almost CHF24 per hour

This content was published on Jun 18, 2023 Voters in Switzerland’s biggest city have approved a minimum wage which left-wing groups say will help the working poor.

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Geneva to introduce pioneering parental leave scheme

This content was published on Jun 18, 2023 Almost 58% of voters in Geneva have backed a plan allocating 24 weeks of leave to new parents.

People with masks in the voting queue in November 2021 to vote for the Covid-19 referendum

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Why the Swiss have voted three times on the Covid-19 law

This content was published on Jun 18, 2023 Switzerland has held not one but three referendums on legislation to tackle the Covid-19. What is the value of multiple referendums for society?

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Why women made historic gains in the 2019 Swiss elections

This content was published on Jun 11, 2023 The 2019 federal elections led to a record number of women winning seats in the Swiss parliament. The nationwide women’s strike also had an impact.

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