Why the Swiss civilian service model is an exception
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Many of the 68 countries worldwide that impose compulsory military service offer a civilian alternative. They are usually more restrictive.
Population cap initiative ‘will not stop Swiss Abroad from returning home’
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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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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?
Swiss voters to decide on new rules for civilian service
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Um die Armee zu stärken, möchte das Parlament den Zugang für den Zivildienst verschärfen. Dagegen ist das Referendum ergriffen worden.
Is a Swiss population cap to reduce immigration an unprecedented idea?
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A popular initiative is calling for restrictions so that Switzerland’s population does not exceed ten million before 2050. Is it the first proposal of its kind?
First SBC poll shows Swiss evenly split on capping population at ten million
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Just over a month before a nationwide vote, the outcome of the ‘No to ten million’ immigration initiative is too close to call.
Twenty initiatives in 60 years: Switzerland’s relentless immigration debate
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Immigration has boosted Switzerland’s economy but repeatedly challenged its political system. Yet the arguments in this debate have barely changed over the decades.
Without immigration, the Swiss population would age rapidly
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Immigration not only grows Switzerland’s population but slows its ageing – without it, fewer workers and more pensioners would strain pensions and health insurance.
Eight graphs on free movement and the Swiss economy
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Since 2002, EU citizens have been able to freely settle and work in Switzerland. What impact has this had on the country’s economy?
Switzerland expands as Europe contracts and neither is happy
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Demographic change and workforce migration are transforming Europe and Switzerland. Profound disruptions are on the horizon.
Swiss voters to decide on stricter rules for conscientious objection
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The Swiss parliament wants to make it more difficult to switch from military to civilian service. The political left is against the reform. Voters will decide on June 14.
A population cap of ten million: simple in theory, tricky in practice
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In June, Swiss voters will have their say on an initiative to limit future population growth. Could the idea actually be implemented?
