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BUSINESSOct 6Hong Kong remains world’s freest economy as Switzerland overtakes SingaporeHong Kong has retained its status as the world’s freest economy in the latest annual ranking by a top Canadian think tank, although its score has declined in recent years. Switzerland overtook Singapore to claim second place, pushing the city state down to third in the rankings released on Tuesday by the Fraser Institute. The 2026 Economic Freedom of the World report, compiled by the Vancouver-based public policy research organisation using data from 2024, ranked Hong Kong first among 165...South China Morning Post
POLITICSOct 5India, Switzerland identify areas of cooperation in defence, nuclear energy: PMIndia, Switzerland agree to extend visas, student permits in a mobility deal based on equal treatment principles; other agreements promote transport and infra tech collaboration, research and innovation, and an exchange programme for young professionalsThe Hindu
POLITICSOct 2Switzerland's President Guy Parmelin says he will quit government at end of yearA winegrower by trade, Parmelin is from the French-speaking western canton of Vaud. He is from the hard-right Swiss People's Party (SVP), which is the biggest in the country.EuroNews [en]
DISASTEROct 2How Switzerland lost 20 percent of its ice in five yearsSwiss glaciers have lost more than 5 percent of their ice, threatening the country’s alpine economy.Al Jazeera [en]
BUSINESSOct 2Galderma, Switzerland's discreet Botox empireThe dermatology company's market capitalization has doubled since its initial public offering in 2024. Despite recurring scandals, botulinum toxin injections are expected to rake in $13 billion this year.Le Monde [en]
POLITICSSep 28«What will be Switzerland's sanctions policy?» : the vote on neutrality makes Russia and Ukraine reactREVUE DE PRESSE - Au lendemain de la votation suisse du 27 septembre, les journaux de Moscou et de Kiev consacrent leurs articles au même résultat. Mais leurs titres révèlent des préoccupations bien différentes.Le Figaro International
POLITICSSep 28Switzerland rejects hard right push for stricter definition of neutralitySwiss voters have rejected a proposal to adopt a more restrictive form of neutrality, championed by the hard right, which would have blocked their ​country from cooperating with NATO or impose sanctions.RFI [en]
POLITICSSep 27How neutral should Switzerland be? Voters deliver decisive verdictSupporters of the proposal, led by the right-wing Swiss People's Party (SVP), argued that Switzerland had moved too close to the European Union and NATO, particularly since Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine.EuroNews [en]
POLITICSSep 27Voting in Switzerland: strong rejection of the project to return to strict neutrality, according to preliminary resultsLa iniciativa era impulsada por un partido de derecha, que rechaza el apoyo dado a las sanciones contra Rusia por la guerra en Ucrania.Los proyecciones indican que habría sido rechazada por dos tercios de los votantes.Clarín
POLITICSSep 27Switzerland: Voters reject stricter view of neutralityEarly projections show Swiss voters rejecting a stricter application of the country's vaunted neutrality. Swiss neutrality has been enshrined in the constitution since 1848.DW News [en]
POLITICSSep 27Switzerland votes on country's neutralityAs other neutral countries such as Austria and Ireland increase defence spending and strengthen ties with NATO, Swiss voters are taking part in a referendum on whether to enshrine a stricter definition of the country’s centuries-old neutrality in the constitution. Switzerland has not fought a military conflict since neutrality was established in 1815, but some argue that measures such as sanctions can undermine that principle. The vote also raises questions about how neutrality can be maintained amid Europe’s changing security landscape, with Russia at war with Ukraine and the US putting pressFrance 24 [en]
POLITICSSep 27 Humanitarian diplomacy at core of cooperation between Qatar and Switzerland Qatar and Switzerland are focusing on humanitarian diplomacy as a key aspect of their cooperation. This highlights a specific area of diplomatic engagement between the two nations.thepeninsulaqatar.com · Qatar
POLITICSSep 27Switzerland neutrality test puts Nato ties , Russia sanctions at stakeSwitzerland's commitment to neutrality is being tested, which could impact its relationship with NATO and its stance on sanctions against Russia. This situation highlights the evolving geopolitical role of Switzerland.timesofindia.indiatimes.com · India
POLITICSSep 27Switzerland: Referendum to decide on stricter neutralityEarly projections show Swiss voters rejecting a stricter application of neutrality. Swiss neutrality has been enshrined in the constitution since 1848.DW News [en]
WORLDSep 25Switzerland's Embolo joins Xhaka out of Nations League squad over fake COVID-19 documentsWorld Cup quarterfinalist Switzerland has lost a second player from its Nations League squad because of years-old cases of fake COVID-19 documents. Breel Embolo will not join the squad in Scotland as planned. The Swiss soccer federation cites fresh reporting…messenger_inquirer · united states of america
WORLDSep 25Switzerland's Embolo joins Xhaka out of Nations League squad over fake COVID-19 documentsWorld Cup quarterfinalist Switzerland has lost a second player from its Nations League squad because of years-old cases of fake COVID-19 documents. Breel Embolo will not join the squad in Scotland as planned. The Swiss soccer federation cites fresh reporting…beloitdailynews · united states of america
WORLDSep 25Switzerland's Embolo joins Xhaka out of Nations League squad over fake COVID-19 documentsWorld Cup quarterfinalist Switzerland has lost a second player from its Nations League squad because of years-old cases of fake COVID-19 documents. Breel Embolo...kvue · united states of america
POLITICSSep 25Switzerland’s neutrality vote is asking the wrong questionThe real question is what neutrality can still do for Switzerland.Al Jazeera [en]
POLITICSSep 25Is Switzerland's neutrality at a crossroads?Switzerland is voting on whether to tighten its famous neutrality — a move that could reshape its response to Russia and future conflicts.NPR News
POLITICSSep 25Switzerland’s neutrality vote puts Russia sanctions on the lineVoters will decide in a referendum on Sunday on whether to make Switzerland's historic neutrality even more legally binding.Politico Europe
BUSINESSSep 24UBS considers merger to move out of Switzerland - reportA report indicates that UBS is considering a merger as a strategy to relocate its operations out of Switzerland. This signals a potentially major strategic shift for the financial institution.Seeking Alpha Tech
BUSINESSSep 24Switzerland is keeping rates at 0% — for nowThe Swiss National Bank held rates at 0% as low inflation and a strong franc enable it to diverge from other central banks, though markets expect hikes ahead.CNBC
WORLDSep 20Los Gallos deny Australia to take Rolex Switzerland Sail Grand Prix victory"Los Gallos" won the Rolex Switzerland Sail Grand Prix, preventing Australia from taking the victory. This signifies the outcome of a major international sailing competition.sail-world.com · Australia
WORLDSep 19Thousands March Against Inaction Over Climate Crisis In SwitzerlandIn 2024, the European Court of Human Rights ruled that Switzerland was not doing enough to fight climate change. The post Thousands March Against Inaction Over Climate Crisis In Switzerland appeared first on Channels Television.Channels TV