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Why people in Switzerland trust the state

cartoon of hikers walking across a tree log

Stable country, stable money, stable lifestyles: in comparison, many things run smoothly in Switzerland. One factor is the high level of trust.

A solidarity rally for Gaza in front of the Federal Palace in Bern in June 2025.

Foreign Affairs

Could voters decide whether Switzerland recognises Palestine?

This content was published on Oct 10, 2025 A committee wants to force the Swiss government to recognise Palestine as a state – by referendum. Is that possible?

The Swiss National Bank is located on Bundesplatz, just a few steps away from the Federal Palace.

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How protected is the Swiss National Bank compared with the US Federal Reserve?

This content was published on Oct 4, 2025 Where does the Swiss National Bank’s independence come from, and how does it compare internationally?

Federal ballot: sabre-rattling to aid the visually impaired and blind

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Switzerland to make voting easier for the visually impaired

This content was published on Oct 2, 2025 Switzerland introduces Braille voting templates to make voting easier for the visually impaired.

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Two initiatives on wind turbine construction launched in Switzerland

This content was published on Sep 30, 2025 Two initiatives related to wind turbine construction have received the required number of signatures to be put to voters.

Digital Democracy

How digital civil society helped shape the Swiss e-ID

This content was published on Sep 29, 2025 Erik Schönenberger from the Digital Society association calls the process of involving critics "exemplary" – in contrast to AI regulation.

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Swiss approve electronic ID: reactions from both camps

This content was published on Sep 28, 2025 Swiss voters backed a state-run electronic ID on Sunday, with 50.4% in favour despite the referendum campaign.

Zurich voters don't want net zero until 2050

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Zurich voters set net-zero carbon deadline for 2050

This content was published on Sep 28, 2025 Voters set canton Zurich 2050 carbon neutral deadline.

VD: rejected facilitated voting for foreigners in municipalities

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Swiss canton rejects accelerating foreigner voting rights

This content was published on Sep 28, 2025 Swiss canton Vaud rejects halving residential qualification period before foreigners can vote.

Zurich voters ban petrol-powered leaf blowers

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Zurich voters ban noisy leaf blowers

This content was published on Sep 28, 2025 Zurich voters ban petrol-powered leaf blowers.

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