- Sep 29
Swiss Council of States votes 29 to 15 to open debate on Bilaterals III EU treaty package
Following a five-hour debate in Bern, Swiss senators approved entering detailed negotiations on the 3,200-page Bilaterals III package with the European Union ahead of a planned December review in the National Council.
- Jun 19
Swiss Federal Council proposes extending protection status S for Ukrainians beyond March 2027, considers excluding draft-age men
The Swiss government today opened consultation on a concept to continue the temporary protection status for Ukrainian refugees beyond March 2027, while also considering the exclusion of Ukrainian men of military age, aligning with EU discussions.
- Jun 15
Swiss voters reject 10-million population cap, keep EU free movement
In a vote watched across Europe, the Swiss people rejected an initiative to cap the permanent resident population at 10 million, with 54.8 percent voting against. The result preserves the country's bilateral agreements with the European Union, including the free movement of persons.
- Jun 13
Switzerland votes on capping its population at 10 million, risking a 'Swiss Brexit' from EU free movement
On Sunday 14 June, Swiss citizens decide whether to amend the constitution and limit permanent residents to 10 million by 2050, a move that could force withdrawal from the EU's free movement agreement.
- Jun 3
Swiss polls show growing opposition to '10 million' immigration cap, civil service reform hangs in balance
Two new polls show 52% of Swiss voters would reject the SVP's 'No to a 10-million Switzerland' initiative, reversing earlier support. The civil service reform remains deadlocked.
