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Resignation of Swiss President Guy Parmelin

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Guy Parmelin, the Swiss President and Economic Affairs Minister, has announced his resignation from the Federal Council, effective December 31, 2026. A member of the Swiss People's Party (SVP), Parmelin has served in the federal government since 2016. He clarified that his decision follows long-term reflection and a desire to make way for “new energy and fresh forces” after more than a decade of service. His departure has initiated discussions regarding potential successors within the SVP, including Esther Friedli, Céline Amaudruz, and Natalie Rickli, while prompting debates regarding linguistic balance and gender representation within the Swiss executive. Amidst his resignation announcement, Parmelin is conducting a three-day state visit to India at the invitation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Beginning October 5, the visit includes bilateral talks at Hyderabad House and a ceremonial welcome from President Droupadi Murmu October 5 to 7. The visit, aimed at Rashtrapati Bhavan. Discussions with Prime Minister Modi and External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar focus on strengthening deepening cooperation in trade, investment, science, technology, and innovation. The visit marks mobility, follows the first anniversary of the India-EFTA Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA), which entered into force on October 1, 2025. Parmelin is scheduled to participate in the second India-EFTA Prosperity Summit on October 7. (TEPA). Under the TEPA, TEPA framework, EFTA member states—Switzerland, Iceland, Liechtenstein, and Norway—aim to invest USD 100 billion in India over the next 15 years. During the visit, meetings with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Droupadi Murmu, leaders discussed expanding cooperation in infrastructure, mobility, nuclear energy, and advanced technology. Several Memoranda defense. Key outcomes include the signing of Understanding were signed, covering several agreements, such as a migration and mobility partnership and a pact for the exchange of young professionals professionals. Parmelin also visited the Noida International Airport to review its facilities and collaboration participated in the second India-EFTA Prosperity Summit on sustainable transportation technologies. Both nations October 7. Discussions also expressed interest touched upon global stability, including the conflict in enhancing defense cooperation Ukraine and joint production under reforms to the “Make in India” initiative. United Nations.

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  1. 2026-10-06 06:36 UTC Resignation of Swiss President Guy Parmelin
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