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Swiss federal buildings, including the Bundeshaus in Bern, are flying flags at half-mast following a fatal incident in Crans-Montana, deemed a national tragedy.
The Swiss Federal Roads Office (Astra) is under political fire for its multi-million franc spending on PR, prompting parliamentary inquiries into its budget.
Switzerland's Federal Commission for Consumer Affairs (EKK) faces dissolution as part of a 2027 federal savings package, sparking concerns over weakened consumer protection.
Switzerland is set for a new debate on corporate responsibility as a popular initiative proposes strict environmental and human rights rules for large companies. The Federal Council supports new regul
The Swiss Federal Council has rejected the 'Service Citoyen' initiative, which proposes mandatory citizen service for all men and women. Defense Minister Martin Pfister cited excessive recruitment num
The Swiss Federal Council has reviewed a new economic report from the FDF and SECO, forecasting 1.2% real GDP growth and 0.7% employment growth for the current year, with stable inflation.
Switzerland's Federal Council is advancing key policies, including a new tax on electric vehicles, stricter capital rules for UBS, and a humanitarian plan for children from Gaza.
A debate over early French language teaching in German-speaking Swiss primary schools is sparking concerns about national unity. Political leaders warn that reducing French instruction could harm Swit
Students and the University of Bern oppose federal plans to double tuition for Swiss students and quadruple fees for international students by 2027, sparking national protests.
The Swiss Federal Council proposes two new tax models for electric vehicles starting in 2030. These measures aim to offset declining mineral oil tax revenues and ensure stable funding for road infrast
Swiss students are protesting federal plans to double tuition fees for domestic students and quadruple them for international students, citing concerns over access to education and financial burden.
Talks between the Swiss Federal Council and the pharmaceutical industry concluded without a clear solution to address US tariff policy. Economics Minister Guy Parmelin described the exchange as "const
