In Switzerland, discussions for the 2025 federal budget are ongoing, highlighting significant spending challenges. The government plans to increase military expenditure due to security concerns stemming from the Ukraine conflict, raising questions on where cuts will be made in other areas. The debates reflect a shift in budget priorities, with the federal budget experiencing substantial growth over the past 30 years, despite recent calls for reduced spending. Lawmakers face difficulties in balancing budgets while addressing legally bound expenditures.