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Swiss minister pushes for renewable energy to replace gas imports

Energy Minister Sommaruga in yellow vest and red hard hat

This content was published on Jul 3, 2022 Energy Minister Simonetta Sommaruga has warned of possible shortages of natural gas in Switzerland during the winter months.

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Switzerland signs off CHF1.3bn EU payment

This content was published on Jul 1, 2022 Switzerland and the EC sign a memorandum of understanding for Switzerland to pay a so-called cohesion contribution of CHF1.3 billion to Brussels.

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Separation of powers

In Switzerland, power is shared across three federal levels, as well as between the legislative, executive and judicial branches.

Proposal launched for use of safe digital ID

This content was published on Jun 29, 2022 The Swiss government has presented plans for the introduction of a digital identity for citizens to facilitate administrative processes.

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Switzerland prepares for possible winter gas shortages

This content was published on Jun 29, 2022 Plans to address a possible shortage of gas could include rationing, if other measures are insufficient.

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Swiss direct democracy

The Swiss political system is characterised by a very high level of citizen participation.

Switzerland to ease exchange of Ukrainian currency in line with EU

This content was published on Jun 22, 2022 Refugees with a special legal status will be able to exchange a limited amount of Ukranian banknotes for Swiss francs.

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Alpine rail tunnel and suburban train services to get boost

This content was published on Jun 22, 2022 The government plans an upgrade of the railway network, including an additional alpine tunnel in western Switzerland.

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Innovative Swiss tourism projects to benefit from extra funds

This content was published on Jun 22, 2022 The government has earmarked CHF20 million ($20.7 million) to promote sustainable tourism and innovative projects in Switzerland.

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Swiss wind and solar power lack political backing

This content was published on Jun 21, 2022 Switzerland still lags behind other European countries when it comes to the production of solar and wind power.

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