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Switzerland maintains humanitarian presence in Niger while other nations withdraw, focusing on addressing poverty and regional stability.
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housing
Research shows densifying 30% of Swiss urban areas could solve housing crisis while preserving 70% of existing urban space.
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housing
Think tank study reveals 30% of urban areas could be developed to address housing shortage without expanding building zones
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international
Swiss authorities complete transfer of confiscated luxury goods proceeds to fund healthcare programs in the African nation
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sports
Thun selected as location for new 'Swiss Football Home' campus, set to become national football headquarters.
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infrastructure
Regional airport at Samedan secures public approval for major expansion with 54% support, despite opposition from six municipalities including Samedan itself.
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international aid
International organization calls on Switzerland to reverse development cooperation cuts, emphasizing need for separate Ukraine aid funding.
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infrastructure
National electricity operator announces massive infrastructure upgrade through 2040, including 790km of new power lines and 21 new transformers to strengthen supply security.
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politics
Switzerland's 25-year democracy promotion effort in Tajikistan encounters new obstacles amid increasing authoritarianism and restricted international observation.
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infrastructure
Switzerland's Basel EuroAirport announces ambitious plans to double terminal capacity by 2030, marking significant infrastructure development for the region.
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infrastructure
Switzerland's third-largest airport reveals ambitious plans to double terminal capacity by 2030, signaling significant infrastructure investment.
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international aid
Swiss Development Agency announces major humanitarian commitment at Brussels Conference, targeting reconstruction and essential services in Syria and neighboring countries.
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international aid
Swiss Development Agency head warns of 'earthquake' impact from US aid suspension, with Switzerland facing increased pressure to fill global funding gaps.
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international aid
Switzerland outlines 2025-2028 reconstruction aid program for Ukraine, focusing on urban infrastructure restoration and SME development with CHF1.5 billion commitment.
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humanitarian
Terre des hommes Lausanne reports immediate impact on humanitarian projects across nine countries following US aid suspension, affecting 1.5 million beneficiaries.
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foreign aid
Swiss government announces termination of development aid programs in Albania, Bangladesh and Zambia by 2028 following parliamentary budget cuts.
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real estate
Massive tourist complexes and development projects worth hundreds of millions reshape Alpine landscapes, sparking debate over preservation versus progress.
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culture
Swiss Heritage awards prestigious Wakker Prize to Poschiavo municipality for exemplary preservation of historic architecture while fostering sustainable development.
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