In her New Year’s address, Swiss President Karin Keller-Sutter emphasized the significance of compromise and humility in Swiss politics. She stated that the country’s strength and functionality rely on the tradition of humility in democracy. Looking ahead to 2025, she…
The Swiss Federal Council has unveiled its official 2025 group photo, a mosaic highlighting diversity with over 1,000 residents alongside the seven council members, including Chancellor Viktor Rossi. Photographer Arthur Gamsa emphasized the photo’s role in showcasing public participation in…
The Parliamentary Investigation Committee’s report on the Credit Suisse crisis concludes that the issues were self-inflicted, highlighting potential improvements in banking regulation and oversight. Federal Councillor Karin Keller-Sutter supports the report, emphasizing the significance of preventing a financial collapse. While…
Former Swiss Finance Minister Ueli Maurer has not yet commented on the report from the Parliamentary Investigative Committee regarding the Credit Suisse crisis. Maurer, 74, intends to review the report himself before responding. The committee criticized him for providing limited…
Karin Keller-Sutter was honored in her home city of Wil, Switzerland, during her seventh reception since becoming Federal President. Despite the cold weather, locals gathered to celebrate her election and enjoy complimentary bratwurst. The event featured speeches from prominent figures…
In der aktuellen Budgetdebatte der Schweiz wurde ein Konsens zwischen den National- und Ständerat erreicht, der höhere Ausgaben für die Armee und Landwirtschaft vorsieht, während Entwicklungszusammenarbeit, Bundespersonal und Asylwesen Kürzungen hinnehmen müssen. Trotz Einigung besteht Unsicherheit über die Finanzierung der…
Karin Keller-Sutter, die neue Bundespräsidentin der Schweiz und Mitglied der FDP, hat sich durch ihren politischen Einfluss und strategisches Geschick in Bern etabliert. Während sie von bürgerlichen Vertretern gelobt wird, gibt es Kritik aus dem linken Spektrum, das ihre Politik…
The Swiss Senate plans to accelerate military spending increases, adding an additional half a billion Swiss francs to the defense budget for new equipment in the coming year. Armed Forces Chief Thomas Süssli aims to address gaps in air defense…
