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Swiss Parliament backs government initiative to negotiate security and defense partnership with European Union, marking potential shift in military cooperation policy.
Andreas Künne, 59, named as EU's new ambassador to Switzerland and Liechtenstein, bringing extensive diplomatic experience from previous roles in Czech Republic and South Africa.
Committee submits over 115,000 signatures for 'Compass Initiative' demanding cantonal majority approval for new EU treaties, setting stage for crucial referendum.
While EU launches €500 million initiative to attract US scientists facing funding cuts, Switzerland maintains independent stance on researcher recruitment.
Major Swiss business organizations Economiesuisse and Swiss Employers' Association back EU agreement package while calling for business-friendly implementation
New federal report shows EU/EFTA immigration crucial for filling skilled labor gaps, with 53,700 net migration supporting key economic sectors.
House of Representatives approves transition to EU online visa application system, streamlining short-stay Schengen visa process while maintaining humanitarian exceptions.
Twenty Swiss researchers secure prestigious European Research Council grants for the first time since 2021, marking Switzerland's scientific reintegration with EU programs.
Government approves new EU treaty text and initiates nationwide consultation period until October, with potential referendum in 2027
Federal Council reveals criteria for potential temporary limitations on EU free movement, marking a significant shift in Switzerland's approach to immigration management.
Switzerland secures key immigration control measures in its bilateral agreement with the European Union, including thresholds for restricting movement based on economic and social factors.
Only select parliamentarians will be allowed to view the 1,800-page EU agreement under strict confidentiality rules, sparking transparency concerns across political spectrum.
Federal Council recommends standard referendum process for upcoming EU agreement vote, marking crucial decision in Swiss-EU relations.
Federal Council recommends standard referendum process without cantonal majority requirement for upcoming EU framework agreement decision.
Country's non-EU status threatens participation in €200 billion European AI research initiative despite hosting CERN
Switzerland faces potential limitations in participating in EU's €200 billion 'CERN for AI' project due to its non-EU status, despite being home to CERN itself.
Swiss government calls for mandatory participation in EU's reformed migration and asylum system, citing Schengen obligations and need for more efficient border management.
Parliament to vote on funding package for Swiss reintegration into EU research initiatives including Horizon Europe, marking significant step in bilateral relations.
The House of Representatives calls for more proactive European security policy engagement, including potential cooperation with European Defence Agency.
Swiss authorities gear up for implementation of new Schengen border control system, affecting non-EU travelers with biometric data collection.
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