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Humanitarian flight ends in failure

This content was published on Sep 29, 2000 Ruth-Gaby Vermot (Social Democrats) and Patrice Mugny (Green Party) are returning to Switzerland after failing to reach Iraq. The flight was due to be the fourth in a week to go to Baghdad to protest against United Nations sanctions against Iraq. Aircraft from France, Russia and Jordan have already defied the embargo. The association “Children…

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This week in Switzerland

This content was published on Sep 29, 2000 The week began with a series of crucial votes on immigration and energy policy. The electorate rejected a proposal to limit the proportion of foreigners to 18 per cent of the population, much to the relief of the government and business community. Voters also turned down plans to introduce a levy on the use of…

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Swiss see own debate on Europe reflected in Danish vote

This content was published on Sep 29, 2000 On the same day Denmark voted against the euro in a referendum on Thursday, Swiss voters learned they will soon be called to the polls too to decide on European integration. In Switzerland’s case the question is on whether to join the European Union (EU). On Thursday, the senate threw out a compromise that would…

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Artists help refugee children to play

This content was published on Sep 29, 2000 This most fundamental right is enshrined in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Yet it is denied to millions of children around the world. The exhibition, Playgrounds and Toys for refugee Children, aims to highlight the right to play for all children, as well as provide playgrounds and educational toys for those living in refugee…

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Parliament slows down moves towards European Union

This content was published on Sep 28, 2000 Ending weeks of wrangling in parliament, the Senate on Thursday decided to throw out the counterproposal. It would enshrine the government’s long-term aim of seeking full EU membership, but leaves the government a free hand to decide on the moment of launching into talks. Most speakers said it would be wrong for parliament to commit…

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Arab countries lambast Swiss over Red Cross emblem summit

This content was published on Sep 28, 2000 Israel has been kept out for the last 50 years because the movement does not recognise its symbol, a red Star of David. For its part, Israel refuses to use the existing symbols: the red cross or red crescent. Under pressure from the United States, efforts have been made this year to find a solution…

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German foreign minister hopes for solution in Zurich-Kloten dispute

This content was published on Sep 27, 2000 Fischer, speaking in Berne on Wednesday after a meeting with Swiss foreign minister Deiss, feels that the issue must be dealt in with in a pragmatic way. He said, “Switzerland’s economic standing, Kloten airport’s role as an international hub and the interests of people living nearby must all be taken into account. The good relationship…

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German foreign minister visits Berne

This content was published on Sep 27, 2000 Fischer will initially meet his Swiss counterpart, Joseph Deiss, and subsequently hold talks with the president, Adolf Ogi. Discussions are to focus on a range of foreign policy issues. The post-vote situation in Yugoslavia, and international efforts to bring stability to the Balkans are the key items on the agenda. Another matter for discussion is…

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Parliament votes to arm Swiss troops on peacekeeping missions

This content was published on Sep 26, 2000 The House of Representatives on Tuesday joined the Senate in approving the measure. During the debate, the defence minister, Adolf Ogi, reiterated that Switzerland had to increase its military involvement to remain credible for the international community. But he pledged that any such move would not infringe Swiss neutrality and every deployment would be decided…

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Parliamentarians vote themselves a pay rise

This content was published on Sep 26, 2000 After a 10-year freeze on their salaries, members will receive a daily allowance of SFr400 – an increase of SFr100 – when they attend sessions of parliament. There will also be increases for other people involved in the parliamentary process. The secretariats of the parliamentary parties will receive a large rise, and the annual allowances…

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