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Parliamentary body critical of Swiss pandemic preparedness

This content was published on May 24, 2022 The Swiss government reacted passively to the beginning of the Covid-19 pandemic in spring 2020, a parliamentary audit committee has said.

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US ambassador praises Swiss efforts to freeze Russian money

This content was published on May 19, 2022 Scott Miller has praised the “immense progress” made by Switzerland in the search for Russian funds in Swiss banks.

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Swiss plan to let spy agency snoop on security risk financial flows

This content was published on May 19, 2022 The Swiss government has proposed letting its spy agency penetrate the country’s banking secrecy.

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Government wants to buy fighter jets without public vote

This content was published on May 19, 2022 The Swiss government wants to finalise the purchase of new US-built fighter jets before March 2023.

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Swiss government presents plans to boost gas reserves

This content was published on May 18, 2022 The Swiss government has outlined its plans to boost gas storage capacity in neighbouring countries to secure supplies ahead of winter.

Should streaming giants be made to fund domestic cinema?

Swiss citizens will vote on May 15 on a proposed law which would oblige streaming platforms to invest part of their revenue in Swiss films and TV series.

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EU border agency remains under scrutiny

This content was published on May 16, 2022 By voting in favour of boosting funds for Frontex, the Swiss have shown support for Europe’s security infrastructure – with some reservations.

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New law on presumed organ donation could take years to implement

This content was published on May 16, 2022 Informing the public and creating a secure national registration database will be essential.

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Swiss agree to boost funding of European border agency

This content was published on May 15, 2022 Voters have endorsed a parliamentary decision to increase Switzerland’s contribution to the European Frontex border agency.

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Swiss voters decide to impose levy on streaming giants

This content was published on May 15, 2022 Supporters of a mandatory investment by online entertainment platforms into the Swiss film industry are heading for victory in Sunday’s referendum.

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