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New federal statistics show that theft convictions have fallen, while foreign nationals account for more than 80% of those convicted and roughly two-thirds are not permanent residents.
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Switzerland
Switzerland’s gender pay gap narrowed to its lowest recorded level in 2024, although women still earned substantially less than men on average. The figures also highlight the remaining unexplained pay difference.
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crime
The Federal Statistical Office's latest report indicates an overall 1. 5% decrease in criminal offenses in 2025. However, this trend is contrasted by a worrying rise in homicides and serious violent crimes, while property crimes like theft have decreased.
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asylum
The State Secretariat for Migration (SEM) announced that asylum applications fell by 7. 1% in 2025 and projects a further drop to 25,000 new applications in 2026. People from Afghanistan, Eritrea, and Turkey submitted the most applications last year.
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immigration
Federal Statistical Office reports increase to 41% of residents with migration background, with 80% being first-generation immigrants and 37% holding Swiss citizenship.
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economy
Monthly unemployment figures show slight increase with youth employment particularly affected, as job-seekers total reaches 209,090.
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society
Federal statistics reveal 66% of Swiss population regularly uses multiple languages, with French-speaking regions showing highest multilingual usage.
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society
Federal Statistical Office reveals 66% of Swiss residents use several languages daily, with French-speaking regions showing highest multilingual usage.
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society
New Federal Statistical Office data reveals ongoing secularization trend with fewer Swiss believing in God or participating in organized religion
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tourism
Foreign visitors spent CHF19. 6 billion in Switzerland during 2024, marking 2. 2% growth despite currency challenges, while Swiss spending abroad increased by 7. 8%.
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society
New federal statistics reveal continuing decline in Swiss marriage and birth rates, with 2024 fertility rate dropping to 1. 29 children per woman, raising concerns about demographic challenges.
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demographics
Federal statistics reveal continuing decline in family size with third births dropping 3. 6% in 2024
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immigration
Irregular migration to Switzerland shows dramatic 50% decrease in first five months of 2025, with significant changes in regional patterns.
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government
Budget constraints force Switzerland's Federal Statistical Office to reduce workforce and limit data collection services, raising concerns about future statistical reporting.
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health
National health survey shows significant differences between men and women in chronic illness rates and life expectancy
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health
New federal statistics show 55% of women and 44% of men live with chronic illness, while men face higher rates of obesity at 52% compared to 34% of women.
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economy
Latest SECO data shows continued strength in Swiss labor market with unemployment falling to 2. 8%, affecting 130,101 registered job seekers.
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economy
Latest SECO data shows continued strength in Swiss employment with unemployment falling to 2. 8%, reflecting robust economic conditions despite global uncertainties.
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migration
While Switzerland's immigration numbers draw attention, new data reveals significant outbound migration with 90,000 foreigners leaving annually, highlighting the complex reality of Swiss population dynamics.
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demographics
New demographic forecasts show Switzerland's population growth will be driven almost entirely by migration, with natural population growth turning negative from 2035.
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