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Support for left-wing ethical business initiatives slipping

A child worker in Bangladesh poses during a break

This content was published on Nov 18, 2020 A proposal to make Swiss-based companies accountable for their business activities abroad is losing ground, according to a final opinion poll.

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Swiss and French foreign ministers discuss EU and Covid

This content was published on Nov 17, 2020 The French Minister of Europe and Foreign Affairs has expressed his hope that Switzerland will validate the framework agreement with the EU.

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No respite in sight for Covid-hit culture sector

This content was published on Nov 16, 2020 Interior Minister Alain Berset is sceptical whether the financial aid is sufficient for the Swiss culture sector hard hit by the Covid-19 pandemic.

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Talks continue to improve hospital cooperation over Covid beds

This content was published on Nov 16, 2020 Swiss President Simonetta Sommaruga has downplayed a controversy about a lack of cooperation over Covid-related hospitalisations.

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How Covid-19 is crash-testing Swiss federalism

This content was published on Nov 16, 2020 Switzerland, one of the countries hardest hit by the second wave, is coming in for criticism over inconsistencies resulting from its federal system.

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Major Swiss banks invest billions in weapons manufacturers

This content was published on Nov 16, 2020 The major Swiss investment institutions invest millions in the global arms trade. An initiative wants to put an end to it.

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Former ambassador and Swiss Red Cross president dies

This content was published on Nov 15, 2020 The former Swiss ambassador Franz Muheim has died aged 89. He played a significant role in Switzerland’s attempt to join the United Nations.

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Opponents say anti-arms investment plan would hit small firms

This content was published on Nov 14, 2020 Opponents of an anti-arms investment initiative say the proposal is unrealistic and could lead to job cuts.

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Pacifist group slams Swiss investment in global arms industry

This content was published on Nov 14, 2020 Why Switzerland should take the lead according to promoters of proposed investment curbs for weapons companies.

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Switzerland backs EU call for tighter cooperation on terrorism

This content was published on Nov 13, 2020 Strong cooperation within Europe is key to combating terrorism, says Justice Minister Karin Keller-Sutter.

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