Swiss weapons exports surge 20% amid global tensions

Military equipment exports reach CHF358 million in first half of 2025, raising concerns about arms sales to authoritarian regimes

Key Takeaways

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Swiss war materiel exports increased by 20.5% in the first half of 2025 compared to the previous year.
The total value of military equipment exports reached CHF 358 million in the first six months of 2025.
Germany was the largest buyer with CHF 160 million in purchases.
Exports to Hungary surged by 660%.
The Swiss Senate has voted to relax rules, potentially allowing exports to NATO states at war.

By The Numbers

CHF 358 million

Total Export Value (H1 2025)

+95.5%

Increase in exports to Qatar

CHF 160 million

Exports to Germany

3rd Highest

Decadal Ranking

They Said

"Switzerland should actively promote peace instead of gleefully profiting from this macabre business."
— Group for a Switzerland without an Army (GsoA)

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