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September 27 votes
Understand the issues to make informed decisions. Explore the upcoming federal votes through analysis, explainers and diverse perspectives.
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The September 27 vote is just round the corner
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The Swiss will head to the polls in a little over a week’s time. Here are the latest trends, debates and explainers.
September 27 vote: Swiss neutrality initiative could face heavy defeat
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An initiative to anchor a strict interpretation of Swiss neutrality in the Constitution is heading for defeat, according to a nationwide poll.
Austria, Costa Rica and Malta: neutral but unlike Switzerland
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Apart from Switzerland, several countries – from Austria to Costa Rica via Malta – describe themselves as neutral. But their models differ significantly.
Russia sanctions at heart of Swiss neutrality vote
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Swiss voters will decide on a neutrality initiative on September 27. But how far do Switzerland’s sanctions against Russia go, and how effectively are they enforced?
‘Neutrality alone does not protect Switzerland against aggression’
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Is neutrality a principle to preserve or a policy that should adapt? We debated Switzerland’s neutrality initiative, which goes before voters on September 27, on Let’s Talk.
Everything you need to know about exercising your political rights from abroad: practical guides, important steps, and helpful tips to ensure you can participate in votes and elections without any problems — no matter where you are.
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Voting from abroad: How to register for Swiss elections
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Switzerland grants voting rights to its citizens living abroad. If you want to exercise your voting rights, you must first get on the electoral register.
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Living outside Switzerland doesn’t mean losing your right to vote. Yet only a small percentage of Swiss citizens living abroad actually cast their ballots. Here’s a short guide on how to vote from abroad.
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What do direct democratic tools like popular initiatives and referendums really entail? And how has this unique system evolved over time?
Follow the key political issues affecting Swiss citizens living abroad and the impact of decisions made in Bern. Find out how the interests of the Swiss diaspora are represented in the Parliament.
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Swiss House backs tougher asylum measures
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Swiss House backs tougher asylum measures, sanctions on uncooperative countries and benefit curbs for cross-border workers.
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Are you comfortable putting your vote in the letterbox? From the US to Germany, some politicians say you shouldn’t be. In Switzerland, such debates remain marginal for now.
Average 13th pension payment estimated at CHF1,580
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In December a 13th monthly pension will be paid out for the first time. It is expected to amount to around CHF1,580 ($1,930) on average.
Parliament approves CHF3.4 billion for Swiss Armed Forces
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The priorities set by the government for the modernisation of the Swiss Armed Forces have been well received by parliament.
