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Final stretch before the June 14 vote

This content was published on Jun 3, 2026 With just over a week to go until the vote, discover the latest polling trends, key debates and detailed explanations.

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June 14 vote: Swiss set to reject cap on population, says poll

This content was published on Jun 3, 2026 Less than two weeks before a nationwide vote, 52% of respondents are against the “No to ten million!” immigration initiative.

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Vote to cap Swiss population comes under international scrutiny

This content was published on Jun 2, 2026 A right-wing initiative to limit Switzerland's population to ten million is attracting above-average media attention abroad.

"I told the EU: 'That won't help'": Guy Parmelin and Ursula von der Leyen sign the Bilateral Agreements III in Brussels in March 2026.

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In Swiss-EU relations, is the era of cordiality over?

This content was published on Jun 2, 2026 Relations between Bern and Brussels are shaky again. Both sides are unsettling each other with their unpredictability.

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Swiss deeply divided on ten million population cap

This content was published on Jun 1, 2026 Fears of overpopulation mixed with concerns of a “Swiss Brexit” reflect the degree of polarisation surrounding the issue.

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Why the Swiss civilian service model is an exception

This content was published on May 29, 2026 Many of the 68 countries worldwide that impose compulsory military service offer a civilian alternative. They are usually more restrictive.

Swissinfo "Let's Talk" debate programme.

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Population cap initiative ‘will not stop Swiss Abroad from returning home’

This content was published on May 27, 2026 Should Switzerland cap its population at 10 million by strictly limiting immigration? Two lawmakers discuss the proposal in our "Let's Talk" programme.

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Swiss immigration debate revives Brexit parallels

This content was published on May 26, 2026 Brexit has had unexpected consequences for migration. Ahead of the Swiss vote on the "No to 10 million" immigration initiative, are there any lessons to be learnt from across the Channel?

The campaigners denounce a threat to Switzerland's data sovereignty, claiming that Starlink is not neutral.

Workplace

Petition lodged in Switzerland against Starlink antennas

This content was published on May 22, 2026 Opponents have submitted a petition with 14,550 signatures in Bern urging the Swiss government to stop the project to build 40 Starlink satellite antennas in Leuk, canton Valais.

The 8 March voting campaigns cost CHF 10 million

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Swiss March 8 vote campaigns cost CHF11 million

This content was published on May 22, 2026 Campaigns for the four March 8 votes cost a combined CHF10.7 million ($13.6 million), according to final figures published on Friday by the Swiss Federal Audit Office (SFAO).

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