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Swiss Social Democrats get 1,000 new members after Trump victory

This content was published on Nov 10, 2024 In the space of three days, the Social Democratic party says it has welcomed around 1,000 new members, following Donald Trump's victory.

Swiss Armed Forces have around 147,000 personnel

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Number of Swiss armed forces exceeds specified limit

This content was published on Nov 8, 2024 The Swiss armed forces had an effective headcount of around 147,000 as of March 1, 2024. This exceeds the upper limit of 140,000 specified in the army organisation by 5%.

Amherd talks to von der Leyen about the ongoing negotiations

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Amherd and von der Leyen discuss ongoing Swiss-EU negotiations

This content was published on Nov 8, 2024 Swiss President Viola Amherd and EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen have met and talked about the ongoing negotiations between Bern and Brussels.

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Does Switzerland need bigger motorways?

This content was published on Nov 5, 2024 The Swiss are about to vote on a government plan to add lanes to six stretches of the country’s A1 motorway. The referendum will be held on November 24, 2024.

Swiss army seeks to buy German howitzers

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Swiss army plans to buy German howitzers

This content was published on Nov 5, 2024 The Swiss army wants to purchase new German armoured howitzers to replace its existing artillery system which has been in operation for over 50 years.

Albert Rösti's half-mea culpa for his remarks on Trump

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Swiss government minister breaks silence over Trump remarks controversy

This content was published on Nov 4, 2024 Transport Minister Albert Rösti explained himself in a television interview on Sunday evening, after being called out for expressing support for Donald Trump.

Farmers will have to wait until 2026 for fewer controls

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Swiss to reduce administrative burden on farms from 2026

This content was published on Nov 2, 2024 From 2026, the number of inspections of farms is to be reduced, without any loss of quality, said economics minister Guy Parmelin.

Sanitas boss proposes Singapore-style healthcare system

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Swiss insurance boss proposes Singapore-style healthcare system

This content was published on Nov 2, 2024 CEO of Swiss health insurer Sanitas has said that healthcare costs could be reduced if Switzerland were to follow the Singapore model.

The Federal Administrative Court in St Gallen, Switzerland.

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Court rules al-Qaeda supporter can stay in Switzerland

This content was published on Nov 1, 2024 A Kurdish supporter of the Islamist terrorist network al-Qaeda can stay in Switzerland, the Federal Administrative Court has ruled. It has withdrawn the annulment of the man’s provisional admission.

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