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Swiss army chief’s actions irritate politicians from left to right

This content was published on Jan 29, 2024 The Swiss army has to save money and is cancelling several events with a public audience. This is causing a political stir.

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Votes on March 3: suspense surrounding the 13th pension payment initiative

This content was published on Jan 26, 2024 The introduction of a 13th pension payment appeals to 61% of Swiss people, according to a poll ahead of the March 3 referendum.

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Swiss justice minister meets EU colleagues for first time

This content was published on Jan 25, 2024 New Swiss Justice Minister Beat Jans took part in the meeting of European Union interior ministers for the first time on Thursday.

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Will the right Swiss residents benefit from an extra monthly pension payment?

This content was published on Jan 25, 2024 The initiative for a “13th OASI pension payment”, also called “Better living in old age”, will be put to a popular vote on March 3.

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Swiss government plan for agriculture subsidy cap faces resistance

This content was published on Jan 25, 2024 The federal government’s proposal to reduce spending on agriculture by CHF347 million between 2026 and 2029 faces criticism.

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Swiss government insists it has leaks under control

This content was published on Jan 24, 2024 The Swiss government has rejected parliamentary criticism that it has not done enough to control unauthorised leaks.

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Switzerland targets savings to ease CHF2.5bn deficit

This content was published on Jan 24, 2024 Expecting a deficit of more than CHF2.5 billion, the Swiss government has announced plans on how to reduce asylum costs in the 2025 budget.

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Central Swiss firearms register losing support

This content was published on Jan 23, 2024 Swiss parliamentary committee cools on the idea of a centralised firearms register.

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Circus? Zoo? Criticism and praise for WEF 2024

This content was published on Jan 22, 2024 As the political dust settles, we look at the main talking points – and some memorable images – from this year’s World Economic Forum.

COP 28 wrapped up with questions on offsets still in the balance.

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Where the world – and Switzerland – stands on carbon offsets after COP28

This content was published on Jan 19, 2024 Switzerland has doubled down on its strategy to offset its emissions abroad. But after the latest round of UN climate talks, questions remain.

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