Latest federal budget news and updates from Switzerland. AI-curated articles covering federal budget topics.
Federal Council unveils comprehensive spending cuts targeting CHF 2.4 billion in 2027 and CHF 3 billion annually for 2028-2029, affecting multiple sectors.
The Swiss National Science Foundation implements savings measures for 2026-2028, affecting research funding and scientific careers due to federal budget reductions.
Government announces significantly reduced 2025 deficit from CHF800M to CHF200M, driven by unexpected tax revenue surge from Geneva energy traders.
Federal Council's new austerity package reduces biodiversity contributions from 90% to 50% by 2028, drawing sharp criticism from environmental groups who claim this breaks previous commitments.
Parliament spares agricultural sector from austerity cuts, maintaining current funding levels through 2029.
Switzerland's federal accounts for 2024 close with only CHF80 million deficit instead of expected CHF2.6 billion, marking first near-balanced budget since Covid pandemic.
Finance Minister Karin Keller-Sutter announces improved 2024 federal accounts, though warns of challenges ahead with projected annual deficits of 3 billion francs.
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