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Fiasco for democracy? Switzerland miscalculates by billions

This content was published on Aug 6, 2024 Swiss politicians warn a series of calculation errors is endangering public trust in one of the most trusted governments in the world.

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Do Ukrainian refugees have a secure future in Switzerland?

This content was published on Aug 5, 2024 Since the start of the war, Switzerland has fast-tracked asylum claims from Ukrainian refugees but is now rejecting claims at a higher rate than ever.

The Confederation refused S status to 2,500 people

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Swiss government has refused protection status S to almost 2,500 people

This content was published on Aug 4, 2024 The reasons given for these refusals are that there is an alternative form of protection in another country, or that the people concerned were not entitled to this status.

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In Switzerland political affiliation and love go hand in hand

This content was published on Aug 4, 2024 The Swiss often form a relationship with someone on the same political wavelength.

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Swiss ‘biodiversity initiative’: extreme or essential for protecting nature?

This content was published on Aug 2, 2024 On September 22 the Swiss will vote on a popular initiative which wants more protected natural areas and a boost in funding for biodiversity.

What can be done to protect biodiversity in your country?

Swiss voters decided on September 22 on a people’s initiative calling for better protection of species and ecosystems. How should this be done?

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People watch the fireworks during the Swiss National Day celebrations in Nyon on Monday 1 August 2022.

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Swiss National Day: should fireworks for private individuals be banned?

This content was published on Aug 1, 2024 Many Swiss celebrate Swiss National Day on August 1 with fireworks. But the topic is controversial.

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‘We’ll take the time we need’ with EU negotiations, says top Swiss trade diplomat

This content was published on Jul 31, 2024 ‘Time pressure is the number one trap in any negotiation,’ warns Helene Budliger Artieda regarding negotiations with the EU.

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Human trafficking cases on the rise in Switzerland

This content was published on Jul 30, 2024 Last year, the Swiss platform against human trafficking recorded 197 victims which is 11% more than in 2022.

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Will a drastic hike in Swiss inheritance tax lead to an exodus of billionaires?

This content was published on Jul 23, 2024 A proposal to levy an inheritance tax of 50% on the super-rich has provoked emigration threats from wealthy Swiss residents.

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