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A coalition of 28 parties and organisations has launched its campaign against proposed changes that would make Swiss arms exports easier. Opponents describe the bill as immoral and anti-Ukraine ahead of the November 29 referendum.
5 days ago · 1 source
Politics
An alliance of left-wing parties and NGOs has successfully forced a referendum on a parliamentary decision to relax rules on exporting war materiel, arguing the move contradicts Switzerland's neutrality while still prohibiting re-exports to conflict zones like Ukraine.
SWI swissinfo.ch
Foreign Policy
Citing its principle of neutrality, the Swiss Federal Council announced it will no longer approve new licences for arms exports to the United States for the duration of the current conflict in the Middle East.
The Local Switzerland · +1 more
Government
Amid growing global threats, the Swiss government is moving to significantly bolster its national security by seeking enhanced powers for its intelligence service, proposing a VAT hike for military spending, and easing its stringent arms export rules.
Le News · +2 more
Politics
Swiss parliament has approved an easing of its strict rules on the export and re-export of war materiel to countries in conflict. The move follows pressure from European nations and the Swiss defense industry after requests to send Swiss-made ammunition to Ukraine were denied.
SWI swissinfo.ch
