Switzerland toasts 30 years of liberty, diversity, francophonie
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Switzerland joined the world’s pre-eminent grouping of French-speaking nations 30 years ago. What do the Swiss bring to the Francophonie – and get in return?
Swiss Solidarity, the humanitarian arm of the Swiss Broadcasting Corporation, is calling for donations to step up its aid in Sudan. Click here to donate.
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Following a summer of heatwaves and prolonged drought, the Swiss government has unveiled new measures. But critics say the plans lack concrete action.
Thawing permafrost threatens half of Swiss mountain huts
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Global warming is wreaking havoc in the Alps. The Swiss Alpine Club is being forced to relocate certain huts and spend millions of francs on new facilities.
Limited series: How the pharma industry is adapting to a new era
Geopolitical competition is transforming the pharmaceutical industry. What does this mean for Switzerland’s role in innovation, manufacturing and positioning as a global Pharma hub?
SWISS extends the suspension of its flights to Dubai
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In view of the situation in the Middle East and its uncertain future, SWISS has decided to extend the suspension of its flights to Dubai until 25 November 2026.
Is Switzerland’s decentralised democracy a helpful model for the Kurds?
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Some Kurdish activists and intellectuals believe that Switzerland’s federal structure offers ideas for greater Kurdish autonomy.
Beneath Gaza’s rubble lie the missing – and possible evidence
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Three years after the Hamas-led attack on Israel and the subsequent war, much of Gaza is still in ruins – and many families still haven’t found the buried bodies of their loved ones.
Oil could hit $200 if Hormuz stays shut, UBS economist warns
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Oil prices could soar to $200 (CHF162) a barrel if the Strait of Hormuz remains closed for a prolonged period, UBS economist Alessandro Bee warns.
UN investigators in Geneva raise concerns over Israeli detentions in Syria
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UN investigators say Israel detained dozens of Syrians inside Syrian territory before reportedly transferring them to Israel.
Explainer: Watches win, pharma waits as Swiss-India trade deal turns one
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In October 2025, Switzerland, as a member state of EFTA, entered into what was billed as a historic free trade deal with India.
Kuwait and Switzerland want to strengthen trade ties
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Swiss President Guy Parmelin welcomed the Crown Prince of Kuwait, Sheikh Sabah Al-Khaled Al-Sabah, to Bern on Tuesday to “strengthen ties between the two countries”.
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Following the Senate, the House of Representatives has also approved a compromise under which the agricultural sector will receive half a billion Swiss francs in support.
US policy study warns Swiss pharma industry could lose billions
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A industry-backed study estimates potential losses for the Swiss pharma industry from US policies could be in the billions.
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For decades the country’s exporters focused on adding value, but US tariffs and the strong franc are now hitting them harder.
Owning her own shop in the US was a dream come true until Trump’s tariffs came along
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Jacqueline Judd owns and runs a shop selling Swiss products in New Glarus, Wisconsin. US President Donald Trump’s tariffs have taken a toll on her inventory.
US imposes new tariff of 12.5% on Switzerland over forced labour
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Following Canada and Brazil, Switzerland and around 60 other countries face new US tariffs on Friday for allegedly not doing enough to combat forced labour.
Swiss pharma firm Sandoz takes note of proposed US tariffs on generic drugs
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Generic drugs giant Sandoz said on Wednesday that it had “taken note” of Washington’s announcements regarding new tariffs of up to 200%.