The Austrian Parliament has revoked the immunity of Herbert Kickl, the leader of the right-wing Freedom Party (FPÖ), allowing the judiciary to investigate him. This decision was made with unanimous support from all parties except the FPÖ, in response to…
The Swiss National Council has reduced its initial proposed cuts in development cooperation from 250 million francs to 170 million francs. The proposal reflects a compromise supported mainly by the centrist party, while other parties express dissatisfaction with the cuts…
For decades, Switzerland has maintained a strict non-intervention policy in its economy, leaving struggling industries to fend for themselves. However, a coalition in the National Council has recognized the strategic importance of the last two Swiss steelworks and an aluminum…
In early December 2023, the Swiss National Council and Council of States elected new presidents, ending the terms of Eva Herzog and Eric Nussbaumer. Herzog, representing Basel-Stadt, has been appointed President of the Council of States, while Nussbaumer from Basel-Landschaft…
The future of Gerlafingen’s steel industry hangs in the balance as the National Council debates reducing electricity prices for steelworks amid rising energy costs and export challenges. With Swiss Steel and Gerlafingen Steelworks planning to cut over 250 jobs, employees…
The Swiss Budget for 2025 remains contentious as the National Council has approved plans for significant military funding increases while proposing cuts to development aid. Political figures such as Sarah Wyss of the Social Democrats and Felix Wettstein of the…
The Swiss Parliament has decided to revise its policy on Ukrainian refugees, granting protection status only to those from conflict areas. This shift reflects growing concerns over the costs associated with the influx of refugees, as the country grapples with…
Maja Riniker, a politician from the Aargau region and member of the FDP party, has been elected as the President of the National Council of Switzerland. Having served in the National Council since 2019, Riniker brings two decades of political…
