Guy Parmelin

Swiss neutrality constitutional referendum

11 clusters · 58 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Switzerland to vote on constitutional neutrality initiative

As the September 27, 2026, referendum approaches, Switzerland is preparing for a national vote on the “Safeguard Swiss Neutrality” initiative. Supported by the Swiss People’s Party (SVP/UDC) and the Pro Switzerland organ

Fatal accidents in Switzerland

3 clusters · 178 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Switzerland bus accident kills five Dutch citizens

In Switzerland, a tour bus operated by the Dutch company Oad overturned on a mountain road in the canton of Graubünden between Susch and Zernez. The vehicle was carrying approximately 48 to 49 Dutch passengers on a day t

Switzerland National Day celebrations amid fire bans

5 clusters · 49 sources · last updated 26 days ago

Latest: Oberwil celebrates Swiss National Day with community festival

Switzerland marked its National Day on 1 August 2026 with widespread festivities, official ceremonies, and community gatherings. Federal Council President Guy Parmelin opened the festivities in Renens, delivering a speec

China-Serbia free trade agreement implementation

2 clusters · 10 sources · last updated 26 days ago

Latest: Switzerland and China agree to new trade deal reducing tariffs

China and Serbia have entered the active implementation phase of a bilateral free-trade agreement following ratification by both nations. The pact eliminates import duties on more than 90% of tariff lines, impacting sect

US-Switzerland trade tensions

2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated 26 days ago

Latest: Switzerland faces trade tensions with US and new free trade deal with China

Trade tensions have escalated between the United States and Switzerland. Initially, Donald Trump criticized the U.S. electoral system and issued warnings toward Switzerland, suggesting that a decision to halt imports cou